For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,261 students in 72205, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72205, AR are Arkansas School For The Blind High School, Lisa Academy West High School and Hall High School - West Soi. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72205 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lisa Academy West High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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%
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 high schools in 72205, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72205, AR include Arkansas School For The Blind High School, Lisa Academy West High School and Hall High School - West Soi.
How many public high schools are located in 72205?
5 public high schools are located in 72205.
What is the racial composition of students in 72205?
72205 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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