For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,754 students in 72204, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72204, AR are Western Hills Elementary School, Stephens Elementary School and Bale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72204 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72204, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72204, AR Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Hills Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Western Hills Ave
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6900
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6900
Gr: K-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3700 W 18th Street
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Bale Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6501 W 32nd Street
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3600
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3600
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Academies Of Math And Science School
Charter School
6423 Stagecoach Road
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 295-3424
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 295-3424
Gr: K-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Friendship Academy Little Rock Elementary School
Charter School
Little Rock Ar 72204
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 500-0558
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 500-0558
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School
Charter School
Little Rock Ar 72204
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 621-1500
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 621-1500
Gr: 6-8 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72204, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72204, AR include Western Hills Elementary School, Stephens Elementary School and Bale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72204?
6 public elementary schools are located in 72204.
What is the racial composition of students in 72204?
72204 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.