For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,575 students in 72205, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72205, AR are Pulaski Heights Elementary School, Forest Heights Stem Academy and Lisa West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pulaski Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
319 N Pine St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Grades: K-5
| 239 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Heights Stem Academy
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5901 Evergreen
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Grades: K-8
| 713 students
Rank: #33.
Lisa West Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 227-4942
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 227-4942
Grades: 6-8
| 544 students
Rank: #44.
Pulaski Heights Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 N Pine St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 519 students
Rank: #55.
Ark. School For The Blind Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Grades: PK-6
| 42 students
Rank: #66.
Brady Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7915 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Grades: K-5
| 297 students
Rank: #77.
School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9533
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9533
Grades: PK-12
| 106 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lisa Arkansas Hybrid School
Charter School
21 Corporate Hill Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Grades: K-12
| 115 students
72205, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6700 H St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
401 Barrow Rd
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 521 students
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
Grades: K-8
| 386 students
3010 W Seventh St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Grades: PK
| 150 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72205, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72205, AR include Pulaski Heights Elementary School, Forest Heights Stem Academy and Lisa West Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72205, AR?
8 public elementary schools are located in 72205, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in 72205, AR?
72205, AR public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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