For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,758 students in 72201, AR.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 72201, AR are Estem Junior High Public Charter School, Estem High School and Estem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 72201 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public charter school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Charter schools in 72201, AR have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public charter school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best 72201, AR Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Estem Junior High Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
112 W 3rd St
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 748-9200
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 748-9200
Gr: 7-9 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Estem High School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
112 W Third St 3rd Flr
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Gr: 10-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Estem Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
112 W 3rd St
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 748-9200
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 748-9200
Gr: K-6 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
72201, Arkansas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
E-stem Public Charter Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
112 West Third St 1st Floor
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Gr: K-4 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
E-stem Public Charter Middle School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
112 West Third St 2nd Floor
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Gr: 5-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 72201, AR?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 72201, AR include Estem Junior High Public Charter School, Estem High School and Estem Elementary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 72201?
3 public charter schools are located in 72201.
What is the racial composition of students in 72201?
72201 public charter schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public charter schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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