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#607 of 1,036 schools in AR
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School
Elementary School · SLOAN-HENDRIX SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 1080, Imboden, AR 72434
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#607 of 1,036
In Imboden
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
SLOAN-HENDRIX SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sloan-hendrix Elem. School
Elementary School in Imboden · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sloan-hendrix Elem. School
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School is a public elementary school in Imboden, AR, part of SLOAN-HENDRIX SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sloan-hendrix Elem.
School serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sloan-hendrix Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #607 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Sloan-hendrix Elem. School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Sloan-hendrix Elem. School — Students at Sloan-hendrix Elem. School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 5.2/10.
How Sloan-hendrix Elem. School Compares
See how Sloan-hendrix 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
P O BOX 1080, Imboden, AR 72434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sloan-hendrix Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Lynn), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Hardy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, POCAHONTAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Pocahontas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Imboden, see our Imboden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SLOAN-HENDRIX HIGH SCHOOL Imboden | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| IMBODEN AREA CHARTER SCHOOL Imboden | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lynn | 13.7 mi | 9.0 |
| POCAHONTAS UPPER ELEM. SCHOOL Pocahontas | 12.5 mi | 3.2 |
| POCAHONTAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas | 12.5 mi | 3.4 |
| POCAHONTAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocahontas | 12.4 mi | 7.2 |
| POCAHONTAS HIGH SCHOOL Pocahontas | 12.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocahontas | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
| HOXIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hoxie | 15.5 mi | 4.2 |
| HOXIE HIGH SCHOOL Hoxie | 15.5 mi | 5.3 |
| WALNUT RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Walnut Ridge | 16.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WALNUT RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut Ridge | 16.1 mi | 3.8 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Strawberry | 18.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Hardy | 19.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hardy | 19.8 mi | 7.5 |
| CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hardy | 20.2 mi | 8.4 |
| MAYNARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Maynard | 22.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MAYNARD HIGH SCHOOL Maynard | 21.9 mi | 7.6 |
| COUCH ELEM. Myrtle | 24.4 mi | 6.2 |
| COUCH HIGH Myrtle | 24.4 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,536
Median Home Value
$100,700
Median Rent
$514/mo
Population
2,206
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
84.6%
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
41.9
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|---|---|
| BOB FOLSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmington, AR | 6.0 |
| BONNIE GRIMES ELEM. SCHOOL Rogers, AR | 6.0 |
| EDWARD D. TRICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana, AR | 6.0 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 6.0 |
| FULBRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 6.0 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rison, AR | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sloan-hendrix Elem. School
What grades does Sloan-hendrix Elem. School serve?
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sloan-hendrix Elem. School?
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sloan-hendrix Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sloan-hendrix Elem. School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sloan-hendrix Elem. School rank in AR?
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School ranks #607 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Sloan-hendrix Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sloan-hendrix Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Sloan-hendrix Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sloan-hendrix Elem. School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sloan-hendrix Elem. School a charter school?
No, Sloan-hendrix Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sloan-hendrix Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Sloan-hendrix Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sloan-hendrix Elem. School?
85.5% of students at Sloan-hendrix 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (870) 869-2101
Resources & Links
District
SLOAN-HENDRIX SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 738
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,845
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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