Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Grove 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#720 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
42%
19%
White
36%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #720 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
202 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
my child attends Oak Grove. I think it is wonderful. They have tought my daughter very well in academics though she was only in pre-k last year she is far advanced. Mrs. Wilcox is a wonderful teacher and help my daughter in more than just school work. Thank you so much for all of your help.Kellie
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