For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,310 students in 72116, AR (there are , serving 1,714 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 72116, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72116, AR are Crestwood Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and Indian Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72116 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72116, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72116, AR 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1901 Crestwood Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8190
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8190
Gr: K-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1800 Fairway Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8270
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8270
Gr: K-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Indian Hills Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Indian Hills Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 835-5622
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 835-5622
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
North Little Rock Middle School 6th Grade Campus
(Math: 34% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Lakeview Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8268
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8268
Gr: 6 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
North Little Rock Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Lakeview Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8250
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8250
Gr: 7-8 | 1,052 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Arkansas Virtual Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4702 W Commercial Dr Ste B3
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 664-4225
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 664-4225
Gr: 9-12 | 1,872 student Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Ridge Road Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Ridge Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8155
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8155
Gr: K-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
72116, Arkansas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2400 Lakeview Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8200
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8200
Gr: 9-10 | 1,247 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
441 Mccain Blvd
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8170
North Little Rock, AR 72116
(501) 771-8170
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72116, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72116, AR include Crestwood Elementary School, Lakewood Elementary School and Indian Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72116?
7 public schools are located in 72116.
What percentage of students in 72116 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 72116 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72116?
72116 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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