Serving 559 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hugh Goodwin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School's student population of 559 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugh Goodwin Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
37%
20%
White
50%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh Goodwin Elementary School's ranking?
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Hugh Goodwin Elementary School often compared to?
Hugh Goodwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Yocum Elementary School, Junction City Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Hugh Goodwin Elementary School?
559 students attend Hugh Goodwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hugh Goodwin Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hugh Goodwin Elementary School?
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hugh Goodwin Elementary School offer ?
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Hugh Goodwin Elementary School part of?
Hugh Goodwin Elementary School is part of El Dorado School District.
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