For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,253 students in 72118, AR (there are , serving 181 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 72118, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72118, AR are Oak Grove Elementary School, Crystal Hill Elementary School and Amboy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72118 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72118, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72118, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5703 Oak Grove Rd
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5370
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5370
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Crystal Hill Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5001 N Shore Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 791-8000
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 791-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Amboy Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2400 W 58th St
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8185
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8185
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
3901 Virginia Drive
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(870) 218-1250
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(870) 218-1250
Gr: K-5 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
72118, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3902 Virginia Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8195
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8195
Gr: K-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Capital City Lighthouse Elementary Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3901 Virginia Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 313-2901
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 313-2901
Gr: K-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
4901 N Allen St
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8180
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 771-8180
Gr: PK-5
10025 Oakland Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5350
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(501) 851-5350
Gr: 9-12 | 887 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
708 W Second Ave
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(870) 534-0277
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(870) 534-0277
Gr: 7-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72118, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72118, AR include Oak Grove Elementary School, Crystal Hill Elementary School and Amboy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72118?
4 public schools are located in 72118.
What percentage of students in 72118 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 72118 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72118?
72118 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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