Serving 544 students in grades 6-8, Lisa 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 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- 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 West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lisa West Middle School's student population of 544 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lisa 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 West Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. 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
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
41%
19%
White
13%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisa West Middle School's ranking?
Lisa 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 West Middle School often compared to?
Lisa 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 West Middle School?
544 students attend Lisa West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lisa West Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisa West Middle School?
Lisa West Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lisa West Middle School offer ?
Lisa West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lisa West Middle School part of?
Lisa West Middle School is part of Lisa Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lisa West Middle School located?
Lisa 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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