Dequeen Primary serves 555 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dequeen Primary's student population of 555 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
555 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
Leopard colors
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dequeen Primary is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
56%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
28%
57%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Leopard
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dequeen Primary?
555 students attend Dequeen Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dequeen Primary students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dequeen Primary?
Dequeen Primary has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dequeen Primary offer ?
Dequeen Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dequeen Primary part of?
Dequeen Primary is part of De Queen School District.
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