Serving 226 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Dwight Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dwight Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Community Size
School Overview
Dwight Elementary School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dwight Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dwight Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#195 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
3%
19%
White
72%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dwight Elementary School's ranking?
Dwight Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 997 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Dwight Elementary School?
226 students attend Dwight Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Dwight Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dwight Elementary School?
Dwight Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dwight Elementary School offer ?
Dwight Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Dwight Elementary School part of?
Dwight Elementary School is part of Russellville School District.
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