Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pulaski Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pulaski Heights 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
Community Size
School Overview
Pulaski Heights Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pulaski Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pulaski Heights Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#92 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
33%
19%
White
62%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Pulaski Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Pulaski Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Pulaski Heights Elementary School?
239 students attend Pulaski Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pulaski Heights Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pulaski Heights Elementary School?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pulaski Heights Elementary School offer ?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pulaski Heights Elementary School part of?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Pulaski Heights Elementary School located?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 3 other public schools located in Hillcrest.
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