Serving 400 students in grades 3-5, Stewart 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 24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: STEWART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Forrest City, AR, covering approximately 345.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 18.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stewart Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Stewart 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 Stewart Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#874 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
93%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewart Elementary School's ranking?
Stewart Elementary School is ranked #874 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Stewart Elementary School?
400 students attend Stewart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Stewart Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stewart Elementary School?
Stewart Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stewart Elementary School offer ?
Stewart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stewart Elementary School part of?
Stewart Elementary School is part of Forrest City School District.
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