For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,036 students in 72116, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in 72116, AR is North Little Rock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 72116 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 72116, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72116, AR Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Little Rock Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Lakeview Road
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8200
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8200
Gr: 7-8 | 1,036 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
72116, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2400 Lakeview Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8200
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8200
Gr: 9-10 | 1,247 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
441 Mccain Blvd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8170
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8170
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72116, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72116, AR include North Little Rock Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72116?
1 public middle schools are located in 72116.
What is the racial composition of students in 72116?
72116 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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