Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brady 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brady Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brady Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brady Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#906 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
82%
19%
White
8%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brady Elementary School's ranking?
Brady Elementary School is ranked #906 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Brady Elementary School often compared to?
Brady Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Brady Elementary School?
332 students attend Brady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Brady Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brady Elementary School?
Brady Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brady Elementary School offer ?
Brady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Brady Elementary School part of?
Brady Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Brady Elementary School located?
Brady Elementary School is located in the Briarwood neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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