Serving 140 students in grades 4-6, Nichols Intermediate Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nichols Intermediate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Nichols Intermediate Academy's student population of 140 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nichols Intermediate Academy 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 Nichols Intermediate Academy is 0.11, 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
#913 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
94%
19%
White
n/a
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nichols Intermediate Academy's ranking?
Nichols Intermediate Academy is ranked #913 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Nichols Intermediate Academy?
140 students attend Nichols Intermediate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Nichols Intermediate Academy students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nichols Intermediate Academy?
Nichols Intermediate Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nichols Intermediate Academy offer ?
Nichols Intermediate Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Nichols Intermediate Academy part of?
Nichols Intermediate Academy is part of Scholarmade Achievement Place School District.
In what neighborhood is Nichols Intermediate Academy located?
Nichols Intermediate Academy is located in the Wright Avenue neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 2 other public schools located in Wright Avenue.
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