Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Amboy 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 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 89% 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: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amboy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amboy Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Amboy 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 Amboy Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#864 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
64%
19%
White
11%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
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)
3%
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 Amboy Elementary School's ranking?
Amboy Elementary School is ranked #864 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Amboy Elementary School often compared to?
Amboy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ark. School For The Blind Elementary School, Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Amboy Elementary School?
456 students attend Amboy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Amboy Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amboy Elementary School?
Amboy Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amboy Elementary School offer ?
Amboy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amboy Elementary School part of?
Amboy Elementary School is part of North Little Rock School District.
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