Best Public Schools in Zip Code 72202


Summary:

The 72202 zip code area of Little Rock, Arkansas is home to 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. This diverse set of institutions serves students across various grade levels and socioeconomic backgrounds, with a wide range of performance outcomes observed.

Among the standout schools in the area, Gibbs Magnet Elementary School consistently performs above the Little Rock School District and state averages, earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking in the top 40% of Arkansas elementary schools. Similarly, Central High School demonstrates strong academic performance, with test scores exceeding the district and state averages in many areas, and a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top 50% of Arkansas high schools. In contrast, Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School and M.L. King Elementary School perform below the state averages, highlighting the significant performance gaps within the 72202 zip code area.

The data also reveals a wide range of free and reduced lunch rates, from 33.6% at Premier High School Online to 88.92% at Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School, indicating diverse socioeconomic backgrounds among the student populations. Additionally, the spending per student varies significantly, from $8,224 at Estem East Village Elementary Public Charter School to $20,353 at Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School, suggesting potential funding disparities that may contribute to the observed performance gaps.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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