For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,737 students in 72205, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72205, AR are Forest Heights Stem Academy, Pulaski Heights Elementary School and Lisa Academy West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72205 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72205, AR have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72205, AR Public Elementary 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 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Pulaski Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
319 North Pine
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-5900
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Lisa Academy West Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23 Corporate Hill Dr
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 246-5853
Gr: 6-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Pulaski Heights Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 N Pine
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
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 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Arkansas School For The Blind Elementary School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 W Markham
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 296-1810
Gr: PK-6 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Brady Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7915 W Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 447-3900
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9514
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 324-9514
Gr: PK-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 72205, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 72205, AR include Forest Heights Stem Academy, Pulaski Heights Elementary School and Lisa Academy West Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72205?
8 public elementary schools are located in 72205.
What is the racial composition of students in 72205?
72205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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