Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Park 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 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 97% 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: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadow Park Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Meadow Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Park Elementary School is 0.30, which is less 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
#764 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
83%
19%
White
3%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
9%
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 Meadow Park Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Park Elementary School is ranked #764 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Meadow Park Elementary School often compared to?
Meadow Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harris Elementary School, Glenview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Meadow Park Elementary School?
486 students attend Meadow Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Meadow Park Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Park Elementary School?
Meadow Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadow Park Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Park Elementary School part of?
Meadow Park Elementary School is part of North Little Rock School District.
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