Summary:
The Dierks School District in Arkansas has one elementary school, Joann Walters Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. The school's performance on standardized tests, such as ATLAS and ACT Aspire, is generally below the district and state averages across various subjects and grade levels.
Joann Walters Elementary School's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 186 out of 492 Arkansas elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 328 out of 497 in 2023-2024. The school's performance on ATLAS assessments in 2023-2024 shows that the percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science is below the district and state averages. On ACT Aspire assessments in 2022-2023, the school's performance is mixed, with some grade levels performing above the district and state averages in English and Science, but generally underperforming in Mathematics and Reading.
The school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, at 84.72% in the 2022-2023 school year. While Joann Walters Elementary School is not a standout performer, the data suggests that there may be opportunities for improvement. By analyzing the school's strengths and weaknesses, the Dierks School District can develop targeted strategies to address the areas of concern and help the school achieve better academic outcomes.
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