Watson Primary School serves 483 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Watson Primary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Watson Primary School is 0.39, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
77%
58%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
10%
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 schools are Watson Primary School often compared to?
Watson Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Paul Elementary School, Kingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Watson Primary School?
483 students attend Watson Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Watson Primary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watson Primary School?
Watson Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Watson Primary School offer ?
Watson Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Watson Primary School part of?
Watson Primary School is part of Huntsville School District.
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