For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,205 students in 72205, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72205, AR are Forest Heights Stem Academy, Lisa Academy West Middle School and Pulaski Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Heights Stem Academy
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5901 Evergreen
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-2700
Gr: K-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Lisa Academy West Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 227-4942
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 227-4942
Gr: 6-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Pulaski Heights Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 N Pine St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
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 middle schools in 72205, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72205, AR include Forest Heights Stem Academy, Lisa Academy West Middle School and Pulaski Heights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72205?
5 public middle schools are located in 72205.
What is the racial composition of students in 72205?
72205 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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