Dequeen Elementary School

About Dequeen Elementary School

DeQueen Elementary School is an elementary school located in DeQueen, Arkansas. It is part of the DeQueen School District and serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students.
At DeQueen Elementary, students are encouraged to reach their full potential through a variety of educational opportunities. The school offers a wide range of programs and activities to meet the needs of all students, including a strong focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities such as art, music, physical education, and sports.
The school has an active parent-teacher association (PTA) and a dedicated staff of educators who are committed to providing quality education to the students. DeQueen Elementary also has a strong emphasis on community involvement and service learning. The school hosts a variety of events throughout the year, such as field trips, community service projects, and special celebrations.
DeQueen Elementary School is a great place for students to learn, grow, and thrive. With its commitment to excellence and dedication to student success, DeQueen Elementary is an excellent choice for families looking for a quality education for their children.

Address:	233 Treating Plant Rd De Queen, AR 71832
Phone:	(870) 584-4311
Site:	dequeen2.gabbartllc.com
Grades:	3 – 5
Enrollment:	531 students

Overview Dequeen Elementary School

Dequeen Elementary School serves 531 students in grades 3-5.
Dequeen Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Verdict on Dequeen Elementary School

Dequeen Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Dequeen Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.