Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School serves 559 students in grades 1-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 89%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Attendance Zone: Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Mountain Home school district, encompassing approximately 350 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.2 miles and a maximum distance of 17.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)89%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)78%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 schools are Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School often compared to?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amanda Gist Elementary School, Norfork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% AR state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% AR state average).
How many students attend Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School?
559 students attend Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School part of?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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