UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS INTERMEDIATE CENTER
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS INTERMEDIATE CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NETTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in JONESBORO, AR with about 415 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS INTERMEDIATE CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS INTERMEDIATE CENTER is a public school located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, serving as part of the Nettleton School District. The school focuses on providing a structured educational environment for students in the intermediate grade levels, typically bridging the gap between elementary and middle school. It is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development through a curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic challenges of their upcoming middle school years.
Beyond its core academic offerings, University Heights emphasizes a supportive school culture that encourages community involvement and student engagement. The facility on Aggie Road serves as a local hub for families within the Nettleton district, prioritizing clear communication and collaboration between educators, parents, and students. By focusing on foundational skills and student well-being, the center strives to create a positive transition period that builds confidence and prepares children for future success in the district’s higher-level secondary programs.
For more information, contact UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS INTERMEDIATE CENTER at (870) 366-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JONESBORO, AR 72401
(870) 366-4700
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS INTERMEDIATE CENTER is a public Title I school in JONESBORO, AR with about 415 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arkansas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NETTLETON SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 415
- Teachers:
- 32.81
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 415 students
- White
- 46.0%
- Black or African American
- 35.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.8%
- Two or more races
- 5.5%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 48.7%
- Male
- 51.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.