Westbrook Elementary School in Benton, AR serves 369 students in grades Kindergarten through 3 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency stands at 65–69%, significantly higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Harmony Grove School District average of 45%, maintaining a position in the top 10% statewide.
Reading proficiency is 45–49%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 47%, showing variable results over recent years.
Science proficiency ranges from 50–54%, outperforming the state average of 36% and the district average of 44%, placing the school within the top 10% in Arkansas.
The school's overall ranking improved from #223 in 2021 to #121 in 2023, and enrollment remained stable with a slight decrease from 379 students in 2022 to 373 in 2023; free lunch eligibility increased from 29% in 2022 to 28% in 2023, indicating relatively stable socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Westbrook Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Benton school district, encompassing approximately 22 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone edge and the furthest boundary being 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westbrook Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
26 acres
School Rankings
Westbrook Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westbrook Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#121 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Westbrook Elementary School's ranking?
Westbrook Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Westbrook Elementary School?
371 students attend Westbrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Westbrook Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westbrook Elementary School?
Westbrook Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westbrook Elementary School offer ?
Westbrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westbrook Elementary School part of?
Westbrook Elementary School is part of Harmony Grove School District (Saline).
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