DREW CENTRAL ELEM. SCHOOL

www.drewcentral.org

573 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 4th

School Overview

Drew Central Elementary School, located in Monticello, Arkansas, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Drew Central School District. Situated at 250 University Drive, the school is positioned to provide a supportive learning environment for young students, focusing on fundamental academic development and character growth. As a key component of the local community, the institution aims to prepare students for future academic success by fostering a culture of collaboration between educators, parents, and the surrounding Monticello area.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience, integrating core curriculum standards with programs designed to encourage student engagement and social development. By utilizing its proximity to the community, Drew Central Elementary strives to maintain a welcoming atmosphere where students can build a strong educational foundation. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the official school website serves as a primary resource for ongoing updates and engagement.

573

Total Students

32.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

98.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DREW CENTRAL ELEM. SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	373
Hispanic	29
Black	146
Asian	1
Two or More	23
American Indian	1

White
373 (65.1 %)
Black
146 (25.5 %)
Hispanic
29 (5.1 %)
Two or More
23 (4.0 %)
Asian
1 (0.2 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	DREW CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(870)367-6893
Website:	http://www.drewcentral.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 4th
Total Students:	573
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	562
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 80

Kindergarten 101

Grade 1 95

Grade 2 114

Grade 3 98

Grade 4 85