DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in RUSSELLVILLE, AR with about 227 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Russellville, Arkansas, serving students within the Russellville School District. The school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and community engagement. As part of a district committed to preparing students for future success, Dwight Elementary integrates traditional classroom instruction with modern resources to meet the diverse needs of its student population.

The school is well-regarded for its collaborative atmosphere, where educators, staff, and families work together to foster a positive school culture. By offering a range of extracurricular opportunities and academic support programs, Dwight Elementary aims to cultivate both intellectual growth and social-emotional well-being. For parents and community members interested in more detailed information regarding curriculum, school calendar, or administrative policies, the school maintains an active presence through the official Russellville School District website.

For more information, contact DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (479) 968-3967 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1300 W SECOND PLACE
RUSSELLVILLE, AR 72801
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DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RUSSELLVILLE, AR with about 227 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
227
Teachers:
17.82
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 227 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.

White
70.9%
Hispanic/Latino
15.4%
Black or African American
7.5%
Two or more races
6.2%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.