Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mabelvale 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 16% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mabelvale Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mabelvale 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 Mabelvale Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#943 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
63%
19%
White
9%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
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 Mabelvale Elementary School's ranking?
Mabelvale Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mabelvale Elementary School often compared to?
Mabelvale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chicot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Mabelvale Elementary School?
487 students attend Mabelvale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mabelvale Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mabelvale Elementary School?
Mabelvale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mabelvale Elementary School offer ?
Mabelvale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mabelvale Elementary School part of?
Mabelvale Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
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