Northwest Elementary School in El Dorado, AR, serves 470 students from kindergarten through 4th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, higher than the district average of 14–18:1 in comparable local schools.
Math proficiency ranges from 45% to 49%, which is higher than the state average of 39% and the district average of 33%, showing relative strength in this core subject.
Reading proficiency is between 45% and 49%, approximately equal to the state average of 40%, while science proficiency is 35% to 39%, slightly lower than the state average of 36%.
The school's overall ranking declined from #158 in 2012 to #239 in 2023, indicating a downward trend in comparative performance over the past decade.
Enrollment increased steadily from 333 students in 2005 to around 475 students in recent years, with minority enrollment at 70%, reflecting significant demographic diversity typical of an El Dorado public elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Northwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Northwest Elementary School's student population of 470 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#239 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
51%
19%
White
30%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hugh Goodwin Elementary School, Yocum Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
470 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northwest Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of El Dorado School District.
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