Serving 626 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lisa Academy Chenal 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 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisa Academy Chenal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lisa Academy Chenal's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lisa Academy Chenal 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 Lisa Academy Chenal is 0.67, which is more 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
#640 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
47%
19%
White
11%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisa Academy Chenal's ranking?
Lisa Academy Chenal is ranked #640 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lisa Academy Chenal often compared to?
Lisa Academy Chenalis often viewed alongside schools like Chenal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lisa Academy Chenal?
626 students attend Lisa Academy Chenal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Lisa Academy Chenal students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisa Academy Chenal?
Lisa Academy Chenal has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lisa Academy Chenal offer ?
Lisa Academy Chenal offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lisa Academy Chenal part of?
Lisa Academy Chenal is part of Lisa Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Lisa Academy Chenal located?
Lisa Academy Chenal is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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