Serving 1,036 students in grades 7-8, North Little Rock Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,036 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakewood Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire North Little Rock school district, encompassing approximately 28.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Little Rock Middle School's student population of 1,036 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,036 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Little Rock Middle 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 North Little Rock Middle 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
#808 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
62%
19%
White
17%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Little Rock Middle School's ranking?
North Little Rock Middle School is ranked #808 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are North Little Rock Middle School often compared to?
North Little Rock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sylvan Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend North Little Rock Middle School?
1,036 students attend North Little Rock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Little Rock Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Little Rock Middle School?
North Little Rock Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Little Rock Middle School offer ?
North Little Rock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Little Rock Middle School part of?
North Little Rock Middle School is part of North Little Rock School District.
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