Best 72201 Arkansas Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 919 students in 72201, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in 72201, AR are Estem Junior High Public Charter School and Estem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72201 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72201, AR have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72201 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Estem High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).

Best 72201, AR Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Estem Junior High Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
112 W 3rd St
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
112 W Third St 3rd Flr
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Gr: 10-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 72201 Arkansas

72201, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
112 West Third St 1st Floor
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 374-7836
Gr: K-4 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
112 West Third St 2nd Floor
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 high schools in 72201, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in 72201, AR include Estem Junior High Public Charter School and Estem High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72201?
2 public high schools are located in 72201.
What is the racial composition of students in 72201?
72201 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).

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