Reed Elementary School in Dumas, AR serves 206 students in grades 3–5 with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of approximately 14:1.
Math proficiency is between 15–19%, which is lower than the state average of 39% and roughly equal to the district average of 13%; math scores have declined from 36% in 2019 to 15–19% in 2023.
Reading proficiency at 14% is significantly lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% and district average of 23%, continuing a downward trend from 29% in 2019 to 14% in 2022.
Science proficiency stands at 13%, which is lower than the state average of 36% and district average of 18%, with little change between 2021 and 2022.
Enrollment decreased from 624 students in 2011 to 206 in 2023, while free lunch eligibility increased to nearly 100%, reflecting a growing low–income student population at this Arkansas elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Reed Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Developing Unique Minds for Achieving Success
School Rankings
Reed 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 Reed Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#902 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
69%
19%
White
13%
57%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Reed Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Reed Elementary School?
368 students attend Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Reed Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reed Elementary School?
Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reed Elementary School offer ?
Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reed Elementary School part of?
Reed Elementary School is part of Dumas School District.
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