Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School serves 531 students in grades 1-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Math Proficiency: 89%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)89%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)78%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
90%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School often compared to?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amanda Gist Elementary School, Norfork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% AR state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% AR state average).
How many students attend Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School?
531 students attend Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School offer ?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School part of?
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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