For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,659 students in 72211, AR (there are 2 private schools, serving 297 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 72211, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72211, AR are Lisa Academy West Elementary School, Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School and Terry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72211 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72211, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72211, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lisa Academy West Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12200 Westhaven Dr
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 476-3309
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 476-3309
Gr: K-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10802 Executive Ctr Dr Ste 205
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 664-4225
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 664-4225
Gr: K-5 | 1,387 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Terry Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10800 Mara Lynn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 447-6500
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 447-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
1815 Rahling Rd
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 821-0382
Little Rock, AR 72211
(501) 821-0382
Gr: K-6 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Ischool Virtual Academy Of Arkansas
Charter School
400 Hardin Rd Suite 120
Little Rock, AR 72211
(479) 600-9735
Little Rock, AR 72211
(479) 600-9735
Gr: 7-10 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Premier High School Online
Charter School
400 Hardin Rd Suite 120
Little Rock, AR 72211
(479) 282-9971
Little Rock, AR 72211
(479) 282-9971
Gr: 7-12 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72211, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72211, AR include Lisa Academy West Elementary School, Ark Virtual Academy Elementary School and Terry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72211?
6 public schools are located in 72211.
What percentage of students in 72211 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 72211 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72211?
72211 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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