For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,371 students in 72210, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72210, AR are Lawson Elementary School, Otter Creek Elementary School and J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72210 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72210, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72210, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19901 Lawson Road
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 821-7000
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 821-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Otter Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16000 Otter Creek Parkway
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-5800
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-5800
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13420 David O Dodd Road
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-1700
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-1700
Gr: K-8 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72210, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72210, AR include Lawson Elementary School, Otter Creek Elementary School and J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School.
How many public schools are located in 72210?
3 public schools are located in 72210.
What is the racial composition of students in 72210?
72210 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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