Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Caldwell Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caldwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Caldwell Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caldwell Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caldwell Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
6%
19%
White
85%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caldwell Elementary School's ranking?
Caldwell Elementary School is ranked #227 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Caldwell Elementary School often compared to?
Caldwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ringgold Elementary School, Angie Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Caldwell Elementary School?
424 students attend Caldwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Caldwell Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caldwell Elementary School?
Caldwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Caldwell Elementary School offer ?
Caldwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Caldwell Elementary School part of?
Caldwell Elementary School is part of Benton School District.
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