Central Elementary School serves 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
59%
19%
White
26%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
238 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Central Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Dumas School District.
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