For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,044 students in 72205, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72205, AR are Lisa Academy West High School, Lisa Academy Arkansas Hybrid School and Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72205 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is equal to the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lisa Academy West High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lisa Academy West High School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Lisa Academy Arkansas Hybrid School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 451-4200
Gr: K-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6700 H Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9533
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9533
Gr: K-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
72205, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 Barrow Rd
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Lr Urban Collegiate Charter (Closed 2012)
Charter School
6711 West Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 683-1855
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 683-1855
Gr: K-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Prodigy Preparatory Academy Of Service (Closed)
Charter School
2410 South Battery Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 404-0012
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 404-0012
Gr: 7-9 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
700 E. 17th Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-6200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-6200
Gr: PK | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
3010 W Seventh St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-7300
Gr: PK | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 72205, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72205, AR include Lisa Academy West High School, Lisa Academy Arkansas Hybrid School and Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72205?
4 public high schools are located in 72205.
What is the racial composition of students in 72205?
72205 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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