Top 5 Best 72204 Arkansas Public Schools (2023)
For the 2023 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,710 students in 72204, AR (there are 4 private schools, serving 248 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 72204, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 72204, AR are Parkview Magnet High School, David O'dodd Elementary School and Bale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72204 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in 72204, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 72204, AR Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parkview Magnet High School
Magnet School
Math: 18% | Reading: 37%
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2501 Barrow Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-2300
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-2300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,028 students
Rank: #22.
David O'dodd Elementary School
Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6423 Stagecoach Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4300
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Rank: #33.
Bale Elementary School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6501 W 32nd St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3600
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3600
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Rank: #44.
Stephens Elementary School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3700 W 18th St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #55.
Western Hills Elementary School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Western Hills Ave
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6900
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
Rank: #66.
Romine Interdist. Elementary School
Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3400 Romine Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6300
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6300
Grades: PK-5
| 223 students
Rank: n/an/a
Friendship Aspire Elementary Academy Little Rock
Charter School
3615 West 25th Street
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 500-0558
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 500-0558
Grades: K-2
| 128 students
72204, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Agencies (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
800 Apperson St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Grades: 3-12
| n/a students
1701 S Harrison St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4600
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4600
Grades: K-5
| 269 students
3401 S. Bryant St.
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Grades: 6-8
| 460 students
W.d. Hamilton Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
3401 S Bryant St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Grades: 6-12
| 198 students
4015 Stannus Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-7200
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-7200
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72204, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72204, AR are Parkview Magnet High School, David O'dodd Elementary School and Bale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72204, AR?
7 public schools are located in 72204, AR.
What percentage of students in 72204, AR go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 72204, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72204, AR?
72204, AR minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 40% (majority Black).
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