Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcdermott 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McDermott Elementary School serves the northwest part of Little Rock, AR, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.9 miles, reaching up to 1.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdermott Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mcdermott 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 Mcdermott Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#907 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
73%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
Showing 2011–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdermott Elementary School's ranking?
Mcdermott Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mcdermott Elementary School?
254 students attend Mcdermott Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mcdermott Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdermott Elementary School?
Mcdermott Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcdermott Elementary School offer ?
Mcdermott Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdermott Elementary School part of?
Mcdermott Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdermott Elementary School located?
Mcdermott Elementary School is located in the Reservoir neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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