For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 683 students in 72204, AR.
The top-ranked public preschool in 72204, AR is Stephens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 72204 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arkansas public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 35% statewide average). Pre schools in 72204, AR have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschool average of 47% (majority Black).
Best 72204, AR Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stephens Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3700 W 18th St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6400
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
3400 Romine Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6300
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6300
Gr: PK | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
72204, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Agencies (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
800 Apperson St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Gr: 3-12
6423 Stagecoach Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4300
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
1701 S Harrison St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4600
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-4600
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
3400 Romine Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6300
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
3401 S. Bryant St.
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
W.d. Hamilton Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
3401 S Bryant St
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-3400
Gr: 6-12 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
4015 Stannus Rd
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-7200
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 447-7200
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 72204, AR?
The top-ranked public preschools in 72204, AR include Stephens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 72204?
2 public preschools are located in 72204.
What is the racial composition of students in 72204?
72204 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public preschools average of 47% (majority Black).
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