Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Waldron Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waldron Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
'It's a great day to be a Bulldog!'
School Rankings
Waldron Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waldron Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#634 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
78%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waldron Elementary School's ranking?
Waldron Elementary School is ranked #634 out of 989 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Waldron Elementary School?
648 students attend Waldron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Waldron Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waldron Elementary School?
Waldron Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waldron Elementary School offer ?
Waldron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waldron Elementary School part of?
Waldron Elementary School is part of Waldron School District.
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