Serving 426 students in grades 2-5, Coleman Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coleman Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pine Bluff, AR, covering approximately 117 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coleman Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Coleman Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleman Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#841 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
86%
19%
White
10%
57%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleman Elementary School's ranking?
Coleman Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 989 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Coleman Elementary School?
426 students attend Coleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Coleman Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman Elementary School?
Coleman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coleman Elementary School offer ?
Coleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coleman Elementary School part of?
Coleman Elementary School is part of Watson Chapel School District.
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