Serving 1,949 students in grades 9-12, North Little Rock 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 16% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 73% 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: 1,949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Little Rock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Little Rock High School's student population of 1,949 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 150 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
150 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Little Rock 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 North Little Rock High School 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
#831 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
57%
19%
White
27%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Little Rock High School's ranking?
North Little Rock High School is ranked #831 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are North Little Rock High School often compared to?
North Little Rock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Sylvan Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Little Rock High School?
The graduation rate of North Little Rock High School is 77%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Little Rock High School?
1,949 students attend North Little Rock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Little Rock High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Little Rock High School?
North Little Rock High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Little Rock High School offer ?
North Little Rock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Little Rock High School part of?
North Little Rock High School is part of N. Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is North Little Rock High School located?
North Little Rock High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of North Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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