Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Estem 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estem Elementary School's student population of 672 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Estem 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 Estem Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#667 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
80%
19%
White
7%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estem Elementary School's ranking?
Estem Elementary School is ranked #667 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Estem Elementary School?
672 students attend Estem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Estem Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estem Elementary School?
Estem Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Estem Elementary School offer ?
Estem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estem Elementary School part of?
Estem Elementary School is part of Estem Public Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Estem Elementary School located?
Estem Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 6 other public schools located in Downtown.
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