Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Crestwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestwood Elementary School serves the northeast part of North Little Rock, AR, encompassing an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Crestwood Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Crestwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Elementary School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
23%
19%
White
56%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Elementary School's ranking?
Crestwood Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Crestwood Elementary School often compared to?
Crestwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Indian Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Elementary School?
466 students attend Crestwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Crestwood Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestwood Elementary School?
Crestwood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crestwood Elementary School offer ?
Crestwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestwood Elementary School part of?
Crestwood Elementary School is part of North Little Rock School District.
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