Serving 335 students in grades 9-12, Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School's student population of 335 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School 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 Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is 0.39, 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)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
77%
19%
White
9%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School's ranking?
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?
335 students attend Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School offer ?
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School part of?
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is part of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School located?
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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