Summary:
The 72116 zip code area of North Little Rock, Arkansas is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance, with Crestwood Elementary School and Lakewood Elementary School consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, while the middle schools and high school struggle to meet state averages.
Crestwood and Lakewood stand out with significantly higher proficiency rates in core subjects like English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science compared to the district and state. In contrast, North Little Rock Middle School and North Little Rock Middle School 6th Grade Campus have lower proficiency rates. Arkansas Virtual Academy High School, a virtual charter school, has mixed performance, with some subjects like Geometry and Biology exceeding state averages, while others fall below.
The data also reveals that all the elementary and middle schools in the 72116 zip code serve a high-poverty student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to address the unique challenges faced by these schools. Overall, the educational landscape in this area is complex, with standout performers at the elementary level and room for improvement at the middle and high school levels across the North Little Rock School District and the Arkansas Virtual Academy.
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