Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fulbright Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fulbright Elementary School serves the northwest part of Little Rock, AR, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fulbright Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing a high standard of learning with varied opportunities to ensure the growth of all students.
School Rankings
Fulbright Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fulbright 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
#328 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fulbright Elementary School's ranking?
Fulbright Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Fulbright Elementary School often compared to?
Fulbright Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Fulbright Elementary School?
485 students attend Fulbright Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Fulbright Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fulbright Elementary School?
Fulbright Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Fulbright Elementary School offer ?
Fulbright Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fulbright Elementary School part of?
Fulbright Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Fulbright Elementary School located?
Fulbright Elementary School is located in the River Mountain neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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