Serving 558 students in grades 3-5, Dequeen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: De Queen Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in De Queen, AR, encompassing approximately 381.1 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 16.2 miles and the furthest edge located 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dequeen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dequeen Elementary School's student population of 558 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dequeen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dequeen Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#195 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
3%
19%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dequeen Elementary School's ranking?
Dequeen Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dequeen Elementary School?
558 students attend Dequeen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Dequeen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequeen Elementary School?
Dequeen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dequeen Elementary School offer ?
Dequeen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dequeen Elementary School part of?
Dequeen Elementary School is part of De Queen School District.
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