Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watson 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 8% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Watson Intermediate School serves the southern part of Little Rock, AR, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school and a maximum distance of 2.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Watson 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 Watson Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#981 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson Elementary School's ranking?
Watson Elementary School is ranked #981 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Watson Elementary School?
383 students attend Watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Watson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson Elementary School?
Watson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Watson Elementary School offer ?
Watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watson Elementary School part of?
Watson Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Watson Elementary School located?
Watson Elementary School is located in the Chicot neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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