麻豆果冻传媒

Joann Walters Elementary School

800 Old Hwy 70 W
Dierks, AR 71833
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joann Walters Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50% in AR
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Joann Walters Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
288 students
This chart displays total students of Joann Walters Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Joann Walters Elementary School
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Joann Walters Elementary School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Joann Walters Elementary School by grade.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Joann Walters Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joann Walters Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AR)
#567 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Joann Walters Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
30-34%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Joann Walters Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Joann Walters Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2017-18 school year data.
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
14%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
1%
19%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
88%
59%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Joann Walters Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arkansas.
0.22
This chart displays the diversity score of Joann Walters Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Joann Walters Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Arkansas by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joann Walters Elementary School's ranking?
Joann Walters Elementary School is ranked #567 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Joann Walters Elementary School often compared to?
Joann Walters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mineral Springs Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Joann Walters Elementary School?
288 students attend Joann Walters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Joann Walters Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joann Walters Elementary School?
Joann Walters Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joann Walters Elementary School offer ?
Joann Walters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Joann Walters Elementary School part of?
Joann Walters Elementary School is part of Dierks School District.

School Reviews

Review Joann Walters Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

麻豆果冻传媒 Articles

Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
Understanding Rubrics
September 27, 2024
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 288 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education

Quick Links