Very Good
#152 of 1,035 schools in AR
Top 15% in state
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School
Elementary School · PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT
900 W EMERSON ST, Paragould, AR 72450
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
2nd – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Paragould
#1 of 13
public schools
Arkansas elementary schools
#81 of 509
In district
#1 of 7
PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Woodrow Wilson Elem. School
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School serves 226 students in grades 2-4 in Paragould, Arkansas, offering a focused learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1 and 14 full-time teachers. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #177 out of 1,044 Arkansas elementary schools, placing it in the 83rd percentile statewide. Students at Woodrow Wilson show strong academic achievement, with 57% demonstrating proficiency or above in mathematics and 52% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading.
These results reflect the school's commitment to helping students build essential foundational skills during these crucial early elementary years. The school draws from a diverse community where the median household income is $54,234 and median home values reach $164,900. About 17% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the local poverty rate stands at 17.5%, indicating a mix of economic circumstances among families in the district.
As a regular public elementary school, Woodrow Wilson provides traditional educational programming in a town setting that balances small-community familiarity with access to resources. The school's concentrated grade range allows teachers and staff to specialize in the developmental needs of students in these formative years.
Score Breakdown
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Woodrow Wilson Elem. School — Students at Woodrow Wilson Elem. School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Woodrow Wilson Elem. School Compares
See how Woodrow Wilson Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 62% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 52% (2019) to 52% (2022).
Location
900 W EMERSON ST, Paragould, AR 72450
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodrow Wilson Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARMADUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Marmaduke), with a very similar rating. Another option is GREENE CTY TECH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PARAGOULD PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Paragould, see our Paragould schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,390
Median Home Value
$169,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
40,464
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
37.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Woodrow Wilson Elem. School has a median household income of $56,390. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,100, with a median rent of $865/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CEDARVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedarville, AR | 7.7 |
| GUY-PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guy, AR | 7.7 |
| MARMADUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmaduke, AR | 7.7 |
| VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Viola, AR | 7.7 |
| ALLBRITTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, AR | 7.8 |
| HARDIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Redfield, AR | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodrow Wilson Elem. School
What grades does Woodrow Wilson Elem. School serve?
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson Elem. School?
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodrow Wilson Elem. 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 Woodrow Wilson Elem. School rank in AR?
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School is ranked #152 out of 1,035 schools in AR.
What is Woodrow Wilson Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodrow Wilson Elem. School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Woodrow Wilson Elem. School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Woodrow Wilson Elem. School has 57.0% math proficiency and 47.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Woodrow Wilson Elem. School a charter school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Woodrow Wilson Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Woodrow Wilson Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Woodrow Wilson Elem. School?
100.0% of students at Woodrow Wilson Elem. 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.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (870) 236-6177
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
PARAGOULD SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,163
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,979
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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