Serving 272 students in grades 5-6, Wilson Intermediate 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 24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilson Intermediate School's student population of 272 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Passion, Pride, Excellence'
School Rankings
Wilson Intermediate 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 Wilson Intermediate School is 0.69, which is more 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
#836 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
25%
19%
White
47%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Intermediate School's ranking?
Wilson Intermediate School is ranked #836 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Wilson Intermediate School often compared to?
Wilson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ouachita Elementary School, Magnet Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Wilson Intermediate School?
272 students attend Wilson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wilson Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Intermediate School?
Wilson Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilson Intermediate School offer ?
Wilson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Intermediate School part of?
Wilson Intermediate School is part of Malvern School District.
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