Excellent
#11 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 1% in state
Forest Heights Stem Academy
Elementary School · LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
5901 EVERGREEN ST, Little Rock, AR 72205
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2014-2025; directory SY 2023–24
Decision summary
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- School Scout rating
- 9.2/10 (Excellent) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
- Assessment evidence
- Loaded structured records show math 54% and ELA 57%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
- Location context
- Forest Heights Stem Academy is listed in LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
Caveat
School evidence does not establish family fit by itself.
Score Breakdown
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Forest Heights Stem Academy — Students at Forest Heights Stem Academy score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)
Based on 36 test records from AR state assessments.About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
Nearby alternatives
Nearby verified-grade options
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
- Forest Park Elementary School
Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
- Distance
- 0.5 mi
- Enrollment
- 387
- Williams Magnet Elem. School
Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
- Distance
- 0.9 mi
- Enrollment
- 348
- Jefferson Elementary School
Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
- Distance
- 1.1 mi
- Enrollment
- 384
- The Anthony School
Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
- Distance
- 1.3 mi
- Enrollment
- 278
Neighborhood Context
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Location
5901 EVERGREEN ST, Little Rock, AR 72205
NeighborhoodU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 72205; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources
Median Income
$62,888
Median Home Value
$204,400
Median Rent
$1,110/mo
Population
22,275
College Educated
53.8%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
14.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
37.5
Quick FactsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 782
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (501) 447-2700
About Forest Heights Stem Academy
Forest Heights Stem Academy is a public elementary school in Little Rock, AR, part of LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. Forest Heights Stem Academy serves approximately 782 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Heights Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Forest Heights Stem Academy show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Resources & Links
District
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 21,105
- Schools in District
- 39
- District spending per student
- $15,959NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 22.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District Rank
- #1 of 38
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Heights Stem Academy
What grades does Forest Heights Stem Academy serve?
Forest Heights Stem Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Forest Heights Stem Academy?
Forest Heights Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Heights Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Heights Stem Academy is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Forest Heights Stem Academy rank in AR?
Forest Heights Stem Academy ranks #11 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Forest Heights Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Forest Heights Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Forest Heights Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Forest Heights Stem Academy has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Forest Heights Stem Academy a charter school?
No, Forest Heights Stem Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Heights Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Forest Heights Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Heights Stem Academy?
54.7% of students at Forest Heights Stem Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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