For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,210 students in 72118, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72118, AR are Oak Grove Elementary School, Crystal Hill Elementary School and Amboy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72118 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72118, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72118, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5703 Oak Grove Road
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5370
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5370
Gr: PK-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Crystal Hill Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Northshore Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 791-8000
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 791-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Amboy Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 Auburn Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8185
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8185
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
North Little Rock Ar 72118
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 301-4400
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 301-4400
Gr: K-3 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
72118, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3902 Virginia Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8195
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8195
Gr: K-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Capital City Lighthouse Elementary Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3901 Virginia Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 313-2901
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 313-2901
Gr: K-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
4901 N Allen St
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8180
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8180
Gr: PK-5
10025 Oakland Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5350
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5350
Gr: 9-12 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Pine Bluff Lighthouse Middle School Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
708 W Second Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(870) 534-0277
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(870) 534-0277
Gr: 7-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72118, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72118, AR include Oak Grove Elementary School, Crystal Hill Elementary School and Amboy Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72118?
4 public elementary schools are located in 72118.
What is the racial composition of students in 72118?
72118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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