Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Walnut Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walnut Ridge Elementary School serves the entire district in Walnut Ridge, AR, covering approximately 190.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walnut Ridge Elementary School's student population of 630 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Walnut Ridge 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 Walnut Ridge Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#680 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
90%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Walnut Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Walnut Ridge Elementary School is ranked #680 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Walnut Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Walnut Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoxie Elementary School, Hillcrest Elementary School, Sloan-hendrix Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Walnut Ridge Elementary School?
630 students attend Walnut Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Walnut Ridge Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walnut Ridge Elementary School?
Walnut Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Walnut Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Walnut Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walnut Ridge Elementary School part of?
Walnut Ridge Elementary School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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