Serving 375 students in grades 1-4, Forest Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Heights Elementary School serves the southwest part of Harrison, AR, covering an area of approximately 100.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Heights 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
Forest Heights Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Heights Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#138 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
92%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Heights Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Forest Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Springs Elementary School, Bergman Elementary School, Skyline Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Forest Heights Elementary School?
375 students attend Forest Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Forest Heights Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Heights Elementary School?
Forest Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Heights Elementary School offer ?
Forest Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Heights Elementary School part of?
Forest Heights Elementary School is part of Harrison School District.
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