Summary:
The Sloan Hendrix School District is served by a single elementary school, Sloan-Hendrix Elementary School, which educates 456 students in grades PK through 6 in Imboden, Arkansas.
Sloan-Hendrix Elementary School presents a clear academic split: it is a standout in Mathematics, with 54.9% of students proficient in the 2025-2026 school year—over 10 points above the state average of 44.1%. However, the school struggles significantly in English Language Arts (ELA) and Reading, where proficiency rates of 34.9% and 34.5% respectively fall below state averages. This contrast is most pronounced in 5th grade, which shows the lowest scores across all subjects, particularly in ELA (28.9%) and Reading (28.8%). The school serves a high-poverty community, with 71.27% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, yet its math performance defies this challenge. The school has maintained a stable state ranking between the 45th and 49th percentile over three years, earning a consistent 2-star rating, and its per-student spending is $11,290.
For parents, the key takeaway is that Sloan-Hendrix Elementary School excels in math instruction but needs improvement in literacy. The school's math programs appear highly effective, even outperforming state averages despite economic disadvantages. However, the persistent literacy gap, especially in 5th grade, suggests a need for targeted reading and writing interventions. While the school's scores are improving year-over-year, its ranking remains static, indicating that other schools are improving at a similar pace. Parents should inquire about the specific math strategies used and what supports are in place to address the literacy challenges, particularly for upper elementary students.
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