Caldwell Elementary School in Caldwell, AR serves 255 students in grades K–5 with a student–teacher ratio currently unavailable; 99% of students qualify for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
Math proficiency is 25%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Forrest City School District average of 19%, with a downward trend from 35% in 2019.
Reading proficiency at Caldwell is 35%, below the state average of 40% and district average of 15%, showing a decline from previous years when it was above 50%.
Science proficiency stands at 30%, higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 13%, but remains low overall.
The graduation rate data appears inconsistent; recent records show rates exceeding 80%, which is higher than the state average of 88%, but may require clarification due to inaccurate entries.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
68%
19%
White
30%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Caldwell Elementary School?
255 students attend Caldwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Caldwell Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Caldwell Elementary School offer ?
Caldwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Caldwell Elementary School part of?
Caldwell Elementary School is part of Forrest City School District.
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