Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Park Elementary School serves the northeast part of Little Rock, AR, with an attendance zone covering approximately 3.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Park 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 Park Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Park Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#30 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
24%
19%
White
65%
57%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Park Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Park Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Forest Park Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Fair Park Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Forest Park Elementary School?
379 students attend Forest Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Forest Park Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Park Elementary School?
Forest Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forest Park Elementary School offer ?
Forest Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Park Elementary School part of?
Forest Park Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Park Elementary School located?
Forest Park Elementary School is located in the Forest Park neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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