Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Quitman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Quitman Elementary School's student population of 432 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Quitman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quitman Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#454 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
91%
57%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Quitman Elementary School's ranking?
Quitman Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Quitman Elementary School often compared to?
Quitman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rose Bud Elementary School, Greenbrier Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Quitman Elementary School?
432 students attend Quitman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Quitman Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quitman Elementary School?
Quitman Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Quitman Elementary School offer ?
Quitman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Quitman Elementary School part of?
Quitman Elementary School is part of Quitman School District.
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