For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,280 students in 72117, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 72117, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72117, AR are Lisa Academy North Middle School, Lisa Academy North High School and Lisa Academy North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72117 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72117, AR have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72117, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lisa Academy North Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5410 Landers Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 945-2727
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 945-2727
Grades: 6-8
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Lisa Academy North High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5410 Landers Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 945-2727
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 945-2727
Grades: 9-12
| 288 students
Rank: #33.
Lisa Academy North Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5410 Landers Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 945-2727
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 945-2727
Grades: K-5
| 628 students
Rank: #44.
Meadow Park Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Eureka Gardens Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3620
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3620
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #55.
Harris Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4424 Hwy 161 N
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3550
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3550
Grades: PK-5
| 210 students
Rank: #66.
Glenview Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Edmond St
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3630
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3630
Grades: PK-5
| 345 students
72117, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3901 Virginia Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 313-2901
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 313-2901
Grades: K-5
| 161 students
3901 Virginia Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 313-2901
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 313-2901
Grades: 7-8
| 25 students
5800 Alpha St
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3610
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3610
Grades: PK-5
| 306 students
5500 Lynch Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3600
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3600
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
5500 Lynch Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3600
North Little Rock, AR 72117
(501) 955-3600
Grades: 6-8
| 136 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72117, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72117, AR include Lisa Academy North Middle School, Lisa Academy North High School and Lisa Academy North Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72117?
6 public schools are located in 72117.
What percentage of students in 72117 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 72117 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72117?
72117 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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