LISA Academy is an open-enrollment public charter school headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. Formed in 2004, LISA or Learn Innovate Support Achieve serves more than 2200 students in grades K through 12. A STEM focused charter campuses are located across the state of Arkansas.
Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Lisa Academy West Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisa Academy West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lisa Academy West Middle School's student population of 486 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lisa Academy West Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lisa Academy West Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#263 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
33%
19%
White
17%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisa Academy West Middle School's ranking?
Lisa Academy West Middle School is ranked #263 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lisa Academy West Middle School often compared to?
Lisa Academy West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Heights Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lisa Academy West Middle School?
486 students attend Lisa Academy West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lisa Academy West Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisa Academy West Middle School?
Lisa Academy West Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lisa Academy West Middle School offer ?
Lisa Academy West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lisa Academy West Middle School part of?
Lisa Academy West Middle School is part of Lisa Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lisa Academy West Middle School located?
Lisa Academy West Middle School is located in the West Markham neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 2 other public schools located in West Markham.
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