For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,815 students in 72114, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 239 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 72114, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72114, AR are North Little Rock Center Of Excellence, North Little Rock High School and Seventh Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72114 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72114, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72114, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 West 22nd Street
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 975-3895
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 975-3895
Gr: 9-12 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
North Little Rock High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 West 22nd Street
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 771-8100
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 771-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,652 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Seventh Street Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Bishop Lindsey Avenue
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 340-5170
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 340-5170
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Boone Park Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Crutcher
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 340-5160
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 340-5160
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72114, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72114, AR include North Little Rock Center Of Excellence, North Little Rock High School and Seventh Street Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72114?
4 public schools are located in 72114.
What percentage of students in 72114 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 72114 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72114?
72114 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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