Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Watson 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 5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watson 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 Watson Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#997 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
37%
14%
Black
61%
19%
White
2%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watson Elementary School's ranking?
Watson Elementary School is ranked #997 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Watson Elementary School?
416 students attend Watson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Watson Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watson Elementary School?
Watson Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Watson Elementary School offer ?
Watson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Watson Elementary School part of?
Watson Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Watson Elementary School located?
Watson Elementary School is located in the Chicot neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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