Serving 503 students in grades 6-8, Lisa Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lisa Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lisa Academy's student population of 503 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lisa Academy 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 is 0.74, 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
#263 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
38%
19%
White
16%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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's ranking?
Lisa Academy is ranked #263 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Lisa Academy often compared to?
Lisa Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Heights Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Lisa Academy?
503 students attend Lisa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Lisa Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lisa Academy?
Lisa Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lisa Academy offer ?
Lisa Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lisa Academy part of?
Lisa Academy is part of Lisa Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Lisa Academy located?
Lisa Academy is located in the West Markham neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 2 other public schools located in West Markham.
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