Serving 336 students in grades 6-8, Lisa Academy North Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisa Academy North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lisa Academy North Middle School's student population of 336 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lisa Academy North Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lisa Academy North Middle School is 0.72, 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
#286 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
40%
19%
White
22%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 North Middle School's ranking?
Lisa Academy North Middle School is ranked #286 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lisa Academy North Middle School often compared to?
Lisa Academy North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lisa Academy North Middle School?
336 students attend Lisa Academy North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lisa Academy North Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisa Academy North Middle School?
Lisa Academy North Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lisa Academy North Middle School offer ?
Lisa Academy North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lisa Academy North Middle School part of?
Lisa Academy North Middle School is part of Lisa Academy Charter School District.
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