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Don Roberts Elementary School

16601 LAMARCHE DR, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72223

Top 10% School in Arkansas

Ranked 7 of 191 in Arkansas

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About Don Roberts Elementary School

Don Roberts Elementary School is a public school in Little Rock, Arkansas, for students in grades K–5. The school can keep classrooms in order and help students learn at the same time because there are about 20 students for every teacher. The school has great academic programs that focus on the arts, math, reading, and science. Teachers use methods that are meant to help students grow socially and emotionally as well as academically. Recent numbers show that Don Roberts Elementary is doing very well in school. 77% of students are good at math, and 72% are good at reading. The amount of money each student gets is in line with what local public schools get. This helps pay for things like classroom supplies, extracurricular activities, and enrichment programs. The area around the school is mostly homes and supports educational programs. In general, Don Roberts Elementary School does a good job of making sure its students do well in school, have a lot of different experiences, and are in a fun, well-rounded setting.

Don Roberts Elementary School Contact Information

Address

16601 LAMARCHE DR, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72223

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Phone

(501) 447-2500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 77%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 77% in Math and 72% in Reading.
51
Full-time Teachers
20 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
970
Total Students
$71867
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 7 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Don Roberts Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM to 2:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 60.2%
Asian 17.7%
Hispanic 2.3%
Black 18.8%
Two+ Races 1%
Native Am. 1%
White
60.2%
Asian
17.7%
Hispanic
2.3%
Black
18.8%
Two+ Races
1%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 970
49.1%
476 Female
50.9%
494 Male

Student Population

970 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

337 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The whole school at Don Roberts Elementary School in Little Rock, Arkansas, has been working hard to get students and the community involved, and the school is becoming more popular. The school has added more activities that let students learn by doing, be creative, and work together. These things make students want to go to school and have fun in their free time. Teachers have also been going to professional development sessions to learn new ways to teach and make the classroom a better place for kids to learn.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of activities outside of school are available at Don Roberts Elementary School?

Ans. Students can join sports teams, arts and music clubs, STEM clubs, and other programs that will help them learn more.

Q2. Is there a library or media center at Don Roberts Elementary?

Ans. Yes, the school has a library and media center that helps students learn to read, write, do research, and use technology.

Q3. Are there programs for students who need extra help with their schoolwork?

Ans. Don Roberts Elementary offers tutoring, intervention programs, and small-group instruction for students who need extra help.

Q4. How does the school engage with parents and the community?

Ans. To get people involved in the community, the school holds family events, volunteer opportunities, and regular meetings between parents and teachers.

Q5. What programs help students stay healthy and learn social and emotional skills?

Ans. The school helps students stay healthy by offering counseling, mindfulness activities, and social-emotional learning programs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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