For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 984 students in 72210, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72210, AR are Lawson Elementary School and J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72210 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72210, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72210, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19901 Lawson Rd
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 821-7000
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 821-7000
Grades: K-5
| 183 students
Rank: #22.
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13240 David O. Dodd
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-1700
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-1700
Grades: K-8
| 801 students
72210, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
13420 David O Dodd Rd
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-1700
Little Rock, AR 72210
(501) 447-1700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72210, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72210, AR include Lawson Elementary School and J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School.
How many public schools are located in 72210?
2 public schools are located in 72210.
What is the racial composition of students in 72210?
72210 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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