For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,057 students in 72205, AR (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,442 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 72205, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72205, AR are Pulaski Heights Elem. School, Forest Heights Stem Academy and Lisa Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pulaski Heights Elem. School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
319 N Pine St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Grades: K-5
| 271 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Heights Stem Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5901 Evergreen
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Grades: K-8
| 739 students
Rank: #33.
Lisa Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 227-4942
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 227-4942
Grades: 6-8
| 503 students
Rank: #44.
Pulaski Heights Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 N Pine St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 548 students
Rank: #55.
Lisa Academy High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Grades: 9-12
| 412 students
Rank: #66.
Lisa Academy Arkansas Hybrid School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Grades: K-12
| 222 students
Rank: #77.
Ark. School For The Blind Elementary School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Grades: PK-6
| 38 students
Rank: #88.
Brady Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7915 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Grades: K-5
| 332 students
Rank: #99.
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6700 H Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Grades: 9-12
| 335 students
Rank: #1010.
Prodigy Preparatory Academy Of Service
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2410 South Battery Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 404-0012
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 404-0012
Grades: 7-9
| 91 students
Rank: #1111.
School For The Deaf Schools
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9533
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9533
Grades: PK-12
| 106 students
Rank: n/an/a
Fair Park Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
616 N Harrison St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-4400
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-4400
Grades: PK
| 197 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rockefeller Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
700 E. 17th Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-6200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-6200
Grades: PK
| 263 students
72205, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6700 H St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
401 Barrow Rd
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 521 students
Lr Urban Collegiate Charter (Closed 2012)
Charter School
6711 West Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 683-1855
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 683-1855
Grades: K-8
| 386 students
3010 W Seventh St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Grades: PK
| 150 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72205, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72205, AR include Pulaski Heights Elem. School, Forest Heights Stem Academy and Lisa Academy.
How many public schools are located in 72205?
13 public schools are located in 72205.
What percentage of students in 72205 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 72205 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72205?
72205 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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