Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pulaski Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pulaski Heights Elementary School's student population of 273 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Pulaski Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pulaski Heights Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
42%
19%
White
51%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
273 students attend Pulaski Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pulaski Heights Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pulaski Heights Elementary School?
Pulaski Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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