Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willis Shaw Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willis Shaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willis Shaw Elementary School's student population of 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Willis Shaw Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willis Shaw Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#69 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
67%
57%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shining Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willis Shaw Elementary School's ranking?
Willis Shaw Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Willis Shaw Elementary School often compared to?
Willis Shaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Elementary School, Bernice Young Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Willis Shaw Elementary School?
634 students attend Willis Shaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Willis Shaw Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willis Shaw Elementary School?
Willis Shaw Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Willis Shaw Elementary School offer ?
Willis Shaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willis Shaw Elementary School part of?
Willis Shaw Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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