Needs Improvement
#1009 of 1,036 schools in AR
Based on limited data
Edgewood Elementary School
Elementary School · WATSON CHAPEL SCHOOL DISTRICT
4100 W 32ND ST, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Pine Bluff. Learn more
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#1,009 of 1,036
In Pine Bluff
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
WATSON CHAPEL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Edgewood Elementary School
Elementary School in Pine Bluff · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Edgewood Elementary School
Edgewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pine Bluff, AR, part of WATSON CHAPEL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Edgewood Elementary School serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,009 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Edgewood Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Edgewood Elementary School Compares
See how Edgewood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4100 W 32ND ST, Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edgewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMY DOWNTOWN PINE BLUFF (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Rison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pine Bluff, see our Pine Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,019
Median Home Value
$116,000
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
29,274
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EARLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Earle, AR | 3.3 |
| C.B. PARTEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brinkley, AR | 3.4 |
| LAFAYETTE COUNTY ELEMENTARY Lewisville, AR | 3.4 |
| WESTERN HILLS ELEM. SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 3.1 |
| CARNALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 3.5 |
| JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY Jacksonville, AR | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edgewood Elementary School
What grades does Edgewood Elementary School serve?
Edgewood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Edgewood Elementary School?
Edgewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edgewood Elementary School rank in AR?
Edgewood Elementary School ranks #1,009 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Edgewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Edgewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Edgewood Elementary School a charter school?
No, Edgewood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edgewood Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Edgewood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edgewood Elementary School?
98.2% of students at Edgewood Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 225
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.2%
- Phone
- (870) 879-1252
Resources & Links
District
WATSON CHAPEL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,725
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,737
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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