For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,078 students in 72207, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 182 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 72207, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72207, AR are Jefferson Elementary School, Forest Park Elementary School and Williams Magnet Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72207 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72207, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72207, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2600 N Mckinley
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-5000
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-5000
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Forest Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1600 N. Tyler
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-4500
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Williams Magnet Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7301 Evergreen Street
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-7100
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-7100
Gr: K-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72207, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72207, AR include Jefferson Elementary School, Forest Park Elementary School and Williams Magnet Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72207?
3 public schools are located in 72207.
What percentage of students in 72207 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 72207 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72207?
72207 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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