Summary:
Zip code 72223 in Little Rock, Arkansas, is home to eight schools serving elementary through high school grades, split between the Little Rock School District and the Pulaski County Special School District, offering a mix of standout performers and significant challenges.
The clear academic star is Don Roberts Elementary School, which consistently earns a 5-star rating and ranks in the 98th percentile statewide, with test scores often double the state average. Other strong elementary options include Baker Elementary School and Chenal Elementary School, both with recent 5-star ratings and high proficiency in math and English. For middle school, Pinnacle View Middle School and Joe T. Robinson Middle School are top performers, both earning 4-star ratings and excelling in Algebra with proficiency rates above 83%, far exceeding the state average of 36.9%. At the high school level, Joe T. Robinson High School is the highest-ranked, sitting in the 61st percentile, while Hall High School - West Soi is the lowest-performing school in the zip code, with a 0-star rating and critically low test scores in the single digits and low teens.
A key takeaway is the stark contrast in performance within the same zip code. The highest-spending school, Hall High School - West Soi at $22,226 per student, is the lowest-performing, while the lowest-spending school, Baker Elementary at $12,445 per student, is among the best. This suggests that factors like socioeconomic status—reflected in free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 26% at Baker Elementary to 65% at Hall High—play a major role in outcomes. Additionally, Chenal Elementary saw a notable drop from a 5-star to a 4-star rating in 2025-2026, warranting attention. Overall, families in 72223 have excellent elementary and middle school options, but the high school performance gap is a significant concern.
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