Mills University Studies High School, in Little Rock, Arkansas, is one of six high schools within the Pulaski County Special School District. The school opened on August 25, 1969, and is named after the late Congressman Wilbur Daigh Mills.
Serving 612 students in grades 9-12, Mills University Studies High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilbur D. Mills High School serves the southeast part of Little Rock, AR, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 262.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mills University Studies High School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mills University Studies High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mills University Studies High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#942 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
59%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mills University Studies High School's ranking?
Mills University Studies High School is ranked #942 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mills University Studies High School often compared to?
Mills University Studies High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mills University Studies High School?
The graduation rate of Mills University Studies High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Mills University Studies High School?
612 students attend Mills University Studies High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mills University Studies High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mills University Studies High School?
Mills University Studies High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mills University Studies High School offer ?
Mills University Studies High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mills University Studies High School part of?
Mills University Studies High School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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