Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joann Walters Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joann Walters Elementary School's student population of 288 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's a great day to be an Outlaw!!
School Rankings
Joann Walters Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joann Walters Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
81%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joann Walters Elementary School's ranking?
Joann Walters Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
81% of Joann Walters Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joann Walters Elementary School offer ?
Joann Walters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joann Walters Elementary School part of?
Joann Walters Elementary School is part of Dierks School District.
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