Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jackson Wonder 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 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Wonder Elementary School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Wonder 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 Jackson Wonder Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#952 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Black
98%
19%
White
2%
57%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Wonder Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Wonder Elementary School is ranked #952 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Jackson Wonder Elementary School?
554 students attend Jackson Wonder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jackson Wonder Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Wonder Elementary School?
Jackson Wonder Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Wonder Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Wonder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Wonder Elementary School part of?
Jackson Wonder Elementary School is part of West Memphis School District.
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