Serving 325 students in grades 9-12, Little Rock West High School Of Innovation 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 70% 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: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation's student population of 325 students has grown by 157% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 135% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation 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 West High School Of Innovation is 0.59, 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
#774 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
56%
19%
White
30%
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
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 West High School Of Innovation's ranking?
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation is ranked #774 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Little Rock West High School Of Innovation?
325 students attend Little Rock West High School Of Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Little Rock West High School Of Innovation students are Black, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Rock West High School Of Innovation?
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Rock West High School Of Innovation offer ?
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Little Rock West High School Of Innovation part of?
Little Rock West High School Of Innovation is part of Little Rock School District.
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