Serving 429 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Hills 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower 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 61% 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: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Indian Hills Elementary School's student population of 429 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Hills 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 Indian Hills Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#678 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
45%
19%
White
39%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Hills Elementary School is ranked #678 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Indian Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Indian Hills Elementary School?
429 students attend Indian Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Indian Hills Elementary School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Hills Elementary School?
Indian Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Hills Elementary School offer ?
Indian Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Indian Hills Elementary School part of?
Indian Hills Elementary School is part of N. Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Hills Elementary School located?
Indian Hills Elementary School is located in the Indian Hills neighborhood of North Little Rock, AR.
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