Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boone Park 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 39%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boone Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Boone Park Elementary School's student population of 401 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boone Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boone Park Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#978 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
75%
19%
White
6%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
9%
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 Boone Park Elementary School's ranking?
Boone Park Elementary School is ranked #978 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Boone Park Elementary School often compared to?
Boone Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenview Elementary School, Seventh Street Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Boone Park Elementary School?
401 students attend Boone Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Boone Park Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boone Park Elementary School?
Boone Park Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Boone Park Elementary School offer ?
Boone Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boone Park Elementary School part of?
Boone Park Elementary School is part of North Little Rock School District.
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