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Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock

High School · FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF ARKANSAS

1815 RAHLING RD, Little Rock, AR 72212

Charter

Enrollment

96

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

5.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#743 of 1,036

In Little Rock

#35 of 70

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF ARKANSAS

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock

5.4/10

High School in Little Rock · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock

Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock is a public high school in Little Rock, AR, part of FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF ARKANSAS. Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #743 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 96 students, Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9.1% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.4% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-28.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
AP Participation4.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,122
Chronic Absenteeism44.8%

Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock — Students at Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
26.9% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 36.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
32.9% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 11 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
9.1%
ELA
33.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock Compares

See how Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
28th percentile in AR
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.2% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1815 RAHLING RD, Little Rock, AR 72212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LITTLE ROCK WEST HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATION (rated 4.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF AR WEST LITTLE ROCK ELEM Little Rock 0.0 mi 4.6
BAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 1.6 mi 9.2
CHENAL VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Rock 1.9 mi
DON ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 2.1 mi 8.5
PINNACLE VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Little Rock 2.6 mi 8.4
LITTLE ROCK WEST HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATION Little Rock 2.6 mi 4.8
AGAPE ACADEMY Little Rock 2.2 mi
LISA ACADEMY WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 2.6 mi 5.1
LITTLE ROCK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Little Rock 2.7 mi 6.8
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Little Rock 2.9 mi 4.5
CHENAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 2.9 mi 9.0
LITTLE ROCK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Little Rock 3.3 mi 5.0
FULBRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 3.0 mi 6.0
TERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 3.1 mi 4.2
LISA ACADEMY WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Little Rock 3.6 mi 7.1
LISA ACADEMY ARKANSAS HYBRID SCHOOL Little Rock 3.7 mi 5.4
PINNACLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Little Rock 3.9 mi 5.3
JOE T. ROBINSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Little Rock 4.2 mi 9.5
MCDERMOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 4.0 mi 4.0
JOE T. ROBINSON HIGH SCHOOL Little Rock 4.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,310

Median Home Value

$341,400

Median Rent

$1,089/mo

Population

13,400

College Educated

71.6%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

39.2

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JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville, AR 5.4
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ST. PAUL HIGH SCHOOL St. Paul, AR 5.3
ARKANSAS CONSOLIDATED HIGH SCHOOL-ALEXANDER Little Rock, AR 5.7
BELLE POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Fort Smith, AR 5.1
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH LITTLE ROCK North Little Rock, AR 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock

What grades does Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock serve?

Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock?

Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock?

The student-teacher ratio at Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock rank in AR?

Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock ranks #743 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock's MySchoolScout rating?

Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock a charter school?

Yes, Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock a Title I school?

No, Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock?

21.9% of students at Founders Classical Academies of Ar West Little Rock qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.8%
4-Year Graduation
80%+

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