Excellent
#98 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 9% in state
Heber Springs Elem. School
Elementary School · HEBER SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
800 W MOORE ST, Heber Springs, AR 72543
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#98 of 1,036
In Heber Springs
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
HEBER SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Heber Springs Elem. School
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About Heber Springs Elem. School
Heber Springs Elem. School is a public elementary school in Heber Springs, AR, part of HEBER SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Heber Springs Elem.
School serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Heber Springs Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Heber Springs Elem. School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- AR avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Heber Springs Elem. School — Students at Heber Springs Elem. School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Heber Springs Elem. School Compares
See how Heber Springs Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
800 W MOORE ST, Heber Springs, AR 72543
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heber Springs Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Greers Ferry), with a comparable rating. Another option is QUITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Quitman), a more accessible option. Additionally, PANGBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Pangburn), a more accessible option. For more schools in Heber Springs, see our Heber Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEBER SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Heber Springs | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HEBER SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Heber Springs | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greers Ferry | 9.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WEST SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Greers Ferry | 9.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ROSE BUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rose Bud | 11.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ROSE BUD HIGH SCHOOL Rose Bud | 11.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PANGBURN HIGH SCHOOL Pangburn | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
| PANGBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pangburn | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| QUITMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Quitman | 13.2 mi | 7.7 |
| QUITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Quitman | 13.2 mi | 7.1 |
| QUITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quitman | 13.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CONCORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Concord | 15.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CONCORD HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 15.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MT. VERNON/ENOLA HIGH SCHOOL Mt. Vernon | 19.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MIDLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Floral | 16.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SHIRLEY HIGH SCHOOL Shirley | 18.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SHIRLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley | 19.0 mi | 5.0 |
| GUY-PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guy | 20.1 mi | 4.7 |
| GUY-PERKINS HIGH SCHOOL Guy | 20.1 mi | 6.8 |
| MT. VERNON/ENOLA ELEM. SCHOOL Enola | 22.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,145
Median Home Value
$180,300
Median Rent
$836/mo
Population
12,642
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
47.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APPLE GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bentonville, AR | 8.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Forrest City, AR | 8.3 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock, AR | 8.3 |
| VALLEY VIEW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Jonesboro, AR | 8.3 |
| WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood, AR | 8.3 |
| CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hardy, AR | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heber Springs Elem. School
What grades does Heber Springs Elem. School serve?
Heber Springs Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Heber Springs Elem. School?
Heber Springs Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heber Springs Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heber Springs Elem. School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heber Springs Elem. School rank in AR?
Heber Springs Elem. School ranks #98 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Heber Springs Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heber Springs Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Heber Springs Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heber Springs Elem. School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Heber Springs Elem. School a charter school?
No, Heber Springs Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heber Springs Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Heber Springs Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heber Springs Elem. School?
60.4% of students at Heber Springs Elem. School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 689
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cleburne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (501) 362-8155
Resources & Links
District
HEBER SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,558
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,613
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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