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#727 of 1,036 schools in AR
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University Hgts. Elem. School
Elementary School · NETTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT
300 BOWLING LN, Jonesboro, AR 72401
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 20 schools in Jonesboro. Learn more
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#727 of 1,036
In Jonesboro
#12 of 24
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
NETTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT
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University Hgts. Elem. School
Elementary School in Jonesboro · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About University Hgts. Elem. School
University Hgts. Elem. School is a public elementary school in Jonesboro, AR, part of NETTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT.
University Hgts. Elem. School serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
University Hgts. Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #727 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at University Hgts. Elem. School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How University Hgts. Elem. School Compares
See how University Hgts. Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 BOWLING LN, Jonesboro, AR 72401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering University Hgts. Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Brookland), which scores notably higher. Another option is INTERNATIONAL STUDIES MAGNET (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VISUAL & PERFORMING ART MAGNET (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jonesboro, see our Jonesboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,412
Median Home Value
$185,400
Median Rent
$897/mo
Population
42,065
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
46.7%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
33.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAMPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hampton, AR | 5.5 |
| LOUISA PERRITT PRIMARY Arkadelphia, AR | 5.5 |
| RAYMOND F. ORR ELEM. SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 5.5 |
| WAKEFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 5.5 |
| BARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Barton, AR | 5.4 |
| CEDARVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedarville, AR | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about University Hgts. Elem. School
What grades does University Hgts. Elem. School serve?
University Hgts. Elem. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend University Hgts. Elem. School?
University Hgts. Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at University Hgts. Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at University Hgts. Elem. School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does University Hgts. Elem. School rank in AR?
University Hgts. Elem. School ranks #727 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is University Hgts. Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
University Hgts. Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is University Hgts. Elem. School a charter school?
No, University Hgts. Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is University Hgts. Elem. School a Title I school?
No, University Hgts. Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for University Hgts. Elem. School?
99.8% of students at University Hgts. 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Craighead County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.0%
- Phone
- (870) 910-7823
Resources & Links
District
NETTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,823
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,746
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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