Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Decatur Northside 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Decatur Northside Elementary School's student population of 277 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Decatur Northside 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 Decatur Northside Elementary School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
43%
58%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Decatur Northside Elementary School is ranked #702 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Decatur Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Decatur Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delbert Pete & Pat Allen Ele by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Decatur Northside Elementary School?
277 students attend Decatur Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Decatur Northside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur Northside Elementary School?
Decatur Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Decatur Northside Elementary School offer ?
Decatur Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur Northside Elementary School part of?
Decatur Northside Elementary School is part of Decatur School District.
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