Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baseline 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baseline Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Baseline 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 Baseline Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#980 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
48%
15%
Black
45%
19%
White
6%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baseline Elementary School's ranking?
Baseline Elementary School is ranked #980 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Baseline Elementary School?
274 students attend Baseline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Baseline Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baseline Elementary School?
Baseline Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Baseline Elementary School offer ?
Baseline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baseline Elementary School part of?
Baseline Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Baseline Elementary School located?
Baseline Elementary School is located in the Upper Baseline neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in Upper Baseline.
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