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#1018 of 1,036 schools in AR
Western Hills Elem. School
Elementary School · LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
4901 WESTERN HILLS AVE, Little Rock, AR 72204
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#1,018 of 1,036
In Little Rock
#64 of 70
public schools
In district
#31 of 38
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Western Hills Elem. School
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About Western Hills Elem. School
Western Hills Elem. School is a public elementary school in Little Rock, AR, part of LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. Western Hills Elem.
School serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Hills Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,018 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Western Hills Elem. School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
58% of students at Western Hills 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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Western Hills Elem. School — Students at Western Hills Elem. School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
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: 3.1/10.
How Western Hills Elem. School Compares
See how Western Hills 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
4901 WESTERN HILLS AVE, Little Rock, AR 72204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Hills Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE HUDA ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXALT ACADEMY OF SOUTHWEST LITTLE ROCK (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRIENDSHIP ACADEMY LITTLE ROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,088
Median Home Value
$117,600
Median Rent
$1,016/mo
Population
31,219
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
54%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANGIE GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton, AR | 3.1 |
| BRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 3.3 |
| EARLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Earle, AR | 3.3 |
| EDGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bluff, AR | 3.3 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corning, AR | 3.3 |
| CARVER STEAM MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock, AR | 2.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Hills Elem. School
What grades does Western Hills Elem. School serve?
Western Hills Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Western Hills Elem. School?
Western Hills Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Hills Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Western Hills Elem. School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Western Hills Elem. School rank in AR?
Western Hills Elem. School ranks #1,018 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Western Hills Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Hills Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Western Hills Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Western Hills Elem. School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Western Hills Elem. School a charter school?
No, Western Hills Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Hills Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Western Hills Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Western Hills Elem. School?
92.1% of students at Western Hills 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
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.8%
- Phone
- (501) 447-6900
Resources & Links
District
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 21,105
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,959
- District Rank
- #31 of 38
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