Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Otter Creek 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Otter Creek Elementary School serves the southwest area of Little Rock, AR, encompassing approximately 4.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otter Creek Elementary School's student population of 372 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek 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
#883 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
26%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-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 Otter Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Otter Creek Elementary School is ranked #883 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Otter Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Otter Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawson Elementary School, Chenal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Otter Creek Elementary School?
372 students attend Otter Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Otter Creek Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Otter Creek Elementary School?
Otter Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Otter Creek Elementary School offer ?
Otter Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Otter Creek Elementary School part of?
Otter Creek Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Otter Creek Elementary School located?
Otter Creek Elementary School is located in the Otter Creek Crystal neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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