Serving 82 students in grades 9-12, Premier High School Of Little Rock 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Premier High School Of Little Rock ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Premier High School Of Little Rock's student population of 82 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Premier High School Of Little Rock 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 Premier High School Of Little Rock is 0.04, 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
#867 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
98%
19%
White
1%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Premier High School Of Little Rock's ranking?
Premier High School Of Little Rock is ranked #867 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Premier High School Of Little Rock often compared to?
Premier High School Of Little Rockis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Premier High School Of Little Rock?
The graduation rate of Premier High School Of Little Rock is 40-49%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Premier High School Of Little Rock?
82 students attend Premier High School Of Little Rock.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Premier High School Of Little Rock students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Premier High School Of Little Rock?
Premier High School Of Little Rock has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Premier High School Of Little Rock offer ?
Premier High School Of Little Rock offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Premier High School Of Little Rock part of?
Premier High School Of Little Rock is part of Responsive Educational Solutions Premier High School Of Little Rock School District.
In what neighborhood is Premier High School Of Little Rock located?
Premier High School Of Little Rock is located in the Central High Historic District neighborhood of Little Rock, AR. There are 1 other public schools located in Central High Historic District.
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