Watson Primary School serves 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson Primary School's student population of 516 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Watson Primary School is 0.29, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Watson Primary School often compared to?
Watson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Elementary School, Kingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Watson Primary School?
516 students attend Watson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Watson Primary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Watson Primary School?
Watson Primary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Watson Primary School offer ?
Watson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watson Primary School part of?
Watson Primary School is part of Huntsville School District.
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