Below Average
#938 of 1,036 schools in AR
Oakland Heights Elem. School
Elementary School · RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1501 S DETROIT, Russellville, AR 72801
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#938 of 1,036
In Russellville
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Oakland Heights Elem. School
Elementary School in Russellville · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oakland Heights Elem. School
Oakland Heights Elem. School is a public elementary school in Russellville, AR, part of RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oakland Heights Elem.
School serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Heights Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #938 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Oakland Heights Elem. School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- AR avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Oakland Heights Elem. School — Students at Oakland Heights Elem. School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 2.5/10.
How Oakland Heights Elem. School Compares
See how Oakland Heights 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
1501 S DETROIT, Russellville, AR 72801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakland Heights Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTER VALLEY ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEQUOYAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POTTSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Pottsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Russellville, see our Russellville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUSSELLVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Russellville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| RUSSELLVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Russellville | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| RUSSELLVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Russellville | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SEQUOYAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Russellville | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| DWIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Russellville | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CRAWFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Russellville | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Russellville | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| RUSSELLVILLE JR. HIGH SCHOOL Russellville | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| DARDANELLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Dardanelle | 3.3 mi | 7.6 |
| DARDANELLE HIGH SCHOOL Dardanelle | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DARDANELLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dardanelle | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| DARDANELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Dardanelle | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CENTER VALLEY ELEM. SCHOOL Russellville | 5.1 mi | 8.7 |
| POTTSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pottsville | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| POTTSVILLE MIDDLE GRADE Pottsville | 4.6 mi | 7.8 |
| POTTSVILLE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pottsville | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| POTTSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pottsville | 5.9 mi | 7.0 |
| DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 9.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover | 9.3 mi | 8.0 |
| LONDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL London | 8.3 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,363
Median Home Value
$153,900
Median Rent
$837/mo
Population
18,823
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
14.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
27.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GLEN ROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malvern, AR | 4.2 |
| HOXIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hoxie, AR | 4.2 |
| JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale, AR | 4.2 |
| JUDSONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Judsonia, AR | 4.2 |
| LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 4.2 |
| OAKLAWN STEM MAGNET SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakland Heights Elem. School
What grades does Oakland Heights Elem. School serve?
Oakland Heights Elem. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Oakland Heights Elem. School?
Oakland Heights Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Heights Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Heights Elem. School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakland Heights Elem. School rank in AR?
Oakland Heights Elem. School ranks #938 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Oakland Heights Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakland Heights Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Oakland Heights Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Heights Elem. School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Oakland Heights Elem. School a charter school?
No, Oakland Heights Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakland Heights Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Oakland Heights Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakland Heights Elem. School?
86.2% of students at Oakland Heights 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pope County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (479) 968-2084
Resources & Links
District
RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,497
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,246
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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