Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock 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 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock's student population of 638 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 93% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#913 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
80%
14%
Black
18%
19%
White
1%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock's ranking?
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock is ranked #913 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock?
638 students attend Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock?
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock offer ?
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock part of?
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock is part of Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock located?
Exalt Academy Of Southwest Little Rock is located in the Cloverdale neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Cloverdale.
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