Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Terry 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Terry 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 Terry Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#818 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
74%
19%
White
7%
57%
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
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terry Elementary School's ranking?
Terry Elementary School is ranked #818 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Terry Elementary School often compared to?
Terry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fulbright Elementary School, Brady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Terry Elementary School?
328 students attend Terry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Terry Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terry Elementary School?
Terry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Terry Elementary School offer ?
Terry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terry Elementary School part of?
Terry Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
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