Serving 223 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowcliff Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowcliff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Meadowcliff Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowcliff Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowcliff Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#943 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
77%
19%
White
3%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowcliff Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowcliff Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Meadowcliff Elementary School?
223 students attend Meadowcliff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Meadowcliff Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowcliff Elementary School?
Meadowcliff Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadowcliff Elementary School offer ?
Meadowcliff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Meadowcliff Elementary School part of?
Meadowcliff Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowcliff Elementary School located?
Meadowcliff Elementary School is located in the 65th Street West neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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