Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Weaver 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weaver Elementary School serves the northeast part of West Memphis, AR, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weaver Elementary School's student population of 228 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Weaver 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 Weaver Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#920 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2017–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2016)
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
97%
19%
Showing 2017–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025 (no data for 2016)
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2019–2025. Show full history, 1990–2025 (no data for 2016, 2017 and 2018)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weaver Elementary School's ranking?
Weaver Elementary School is ranked #920 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Weaver Elementary School often compared to?
Weaver Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maddux Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Weaver Elementary School?
228 students attend Weaver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Weaver Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weaver Elementary School?
Weaver Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weaver Elementary School offer ?
Weaver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weaver Elementary School part of?
Weaver Elementary School is part of West Memphis School District.
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