Excellent
#50 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 5% in state
Based on limited data
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff
Elementary School · FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS
700 SOUTH MAIN ST, Pine Bluff, AR 71601
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#50 of 1,036
In Pine Bluff
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff
Elementary School in Pine Bluff · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff is a public elementary school in Pine Bluff, AR, part of FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS. Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff show 39% math proficiency (2025 ATLAS) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ATLAS). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.3
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff — Students at Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 3 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
How Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff Compares
See how Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 SOUTH MAIN ST, Pine Bluff, AR 71601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Pinebluff), a more accessible option. Additionally, TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby White Hall), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pine Bluff, see our Pine Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,688
Median Home Value
$67,800
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
13,981
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THOMAS C BRUNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warren, AR | 8.6 |
| OZARK UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ozark, AR | 8.5 |
| POYEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poyen, AR | 8.5 |
| SOUTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bee Branch, AR | 8.5 |
| VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Viola, AR | 8.7 |
| MCCRORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mccrory, AR | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff
What grades does Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff serve?
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff?
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff rank in AR?
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff ranks #50 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff has 39% math proficiency (2025 ATLAS) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ATLAS).
Is Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff a Title I school?
No, Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff?
79.9% of students at Friendship Aspire Academy Downtown Pine Bluff qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.1%
- Phone
- (870) 395-7401
Resources & Links
District
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS- District Enrollment
- 1,307
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,817
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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