Serving 339 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Washington 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#943 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
89%
19%
White
2%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
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 Washington Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Washington Elementary School?
339 students attend Washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Washington Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Elementary School?
Washington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Elementary School offer ?
Washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Washington Elementary School part of?
Washington Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Elementary School located?
Washington Elementary School is located in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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