For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,442 students in 72207, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 182 private students). 89% 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 Elem. 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 51% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72207, AR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72207, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2600 N Mckinley St
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-5000
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 418 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Park Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1600 N Tyler St
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-4500
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Williams Magnet Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7301 Evergreen St
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-7100
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-7100
Grades: K-5
| 370 students
Rank: #44.
Mcdermott Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Reservoir Rd
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-5500
Little Rock, AR 72207
(501) 447-5500
Grades: K-5
| 264 students
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 Elem. School.
How many public schools are located in 72207, AR?
4 public schools are located in 72207, AR.
What percentage of students in 72207, AR go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 72207, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72207, AR?
72207, AR public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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