Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Western Grove K-12 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Grove K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Grove K-12 School's student population of 247 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Grove K-12 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Grove K-12 School is 0.15, which is less 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
#567 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
20%
White
92%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Grove K-12 School's ranking?
Western Grove K-12 School is ranked #567 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western Grove K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Western Grove K-12 School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Western Grove K-12 School?
247 students attend Western Grove K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Western Grove K-12 School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Grove K-12 School?
Western Grove K-12 School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Grove K-12 School offer ?
Western Grove K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Grove K-12 School part of?
Western Grove K-12 School is part of Ozark Mountain School District.
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