Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Otter Creek 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 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otter Creek Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Otter Creek 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 Otter Creek Elementary School is 0.55, 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)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
60%
19%
White
8%
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
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Otter Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Otter Creek Elementary School is ranked #906 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Otter Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Otter Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawson Elementary School, Chenal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Otter Creek Elementary School?
323 students attend Otter Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Otter Creek Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Otter Creek Elementary School?
Otter Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Otter Creek Elementary School offer ?
Otter Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Otter Creek Elementary School part of?
Otter Creek Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Otter Creek Elementary School located?
Otter Creek Elementary School is located in the Otter Creek Crystal neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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