For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,853 students in 72205, AR (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,463 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 72205, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72205, AR are Forest Heights Stem Academy, Pulaski Heights Elementary School and Lisa Academy West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Heights Stem Academy
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5901 Evergreen
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Gr: K-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Pulaski Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
319 North Pine
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Lisa Academy West Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Gr: 6-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Pulaski Heights Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 N Pine
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Arkansas School For The Blind High School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Markham
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Gr: 7-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Lisa Academy West High School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6711 W. Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 500-5051
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 500-5051
Gr: 9-12 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Hall High School - West Soi
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5701 Ranch Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Lisa Academy Arkansas Hybrid School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Gr: K-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #99.
Arkansas School For The Blind Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Markham
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Gr: PK-6 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #1010.
Brady Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7915 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1111.
School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9514
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9514
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
616 Harrison Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-4400
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-4400
Gr: PK | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
72205, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Barrow Rd
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Lr Urban Collegiate Charter (Closed 2012)
Charter School
6711 West Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 683-1855
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 683-1855
Gr: K-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Prodigy Preparatory Academy Of Service (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2410 South Battery Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 404-0012
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 404-0012
Gr: 7-9 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
3010 W Seventh St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Gr: PK | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72205, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72205, AR include Forest Heights Stem Academy, Pulaski Heights Elementary School and Lisa Academy West Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 72205?
12 public schools are located in 72205.
What percentage of students in 72205 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 72205 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72205?
72205 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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