Palestine–Wheatley Elem.
School has a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average, serving 459 students from prekindergarten through 6th grade in Palestine, AR.
Math proficiency is 38%, approximately equal to the state average of 39%, while reading proficiency is 43%, which is higher than the state average of 40%.
Science proficiency stands at 37%, slightly higher than the state average of 36%, placing the school in the top 50% statewide for overall testing.
The school's overall ranking declined from #195 in 2021 to #415 in 2023, indicating a downward trend over recent years.
Enrollment increased from 407 students in 2016 to 459 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose to 99%, indicating sustained socioeconomic challenges at this rural Arkansas elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Palestine-wheatley Elem. School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Palestine-wheatley Elem. 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 Palestine-wheatley Elem. School is 0.27, 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
#415 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
11%
19%
White
85%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
27%
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 Palestine-wheatley Elem. School's ranking?
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School is ranked #415 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Palestine-wheatley Elem. School often compared to?
Palestine-wheatley Elem. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccrory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Palestine-wheatley Elem. School?
459 students attend Palestine-wheatley Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Palestine-wheatley Elem. School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palestine-wheatley Elem. School?
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Palestine-wheatley Elem. School offer ?
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palestine-wheatley Elem. School part of?
Palestine-wheatley Elem. School is part of Palestine-Wheatley School District.
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