Below Average
#831 of 1,036 schools in AR
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School
Middle School · FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS
3615 WEST 25TH STREET, Little Rock, AR 72202
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#831 of 1,036
In Little Rock
#41 of 70
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School
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About Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School is a public middle school in Little Rock, AR, part of FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS. Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School show 15% math proficiency (2025 ATLAS) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ATLAS).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- AR avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School 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.
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
46% of students at Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School — Students at Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 9 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
How Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School Compares
See how Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3615 WEST 25TH STREET, Little Rock, AR 72202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PULASKI HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DUNBAR MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,167
Median Home Value
$246,900
Median Rent
$1,040/mo
Population
9,648
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
38.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School
What grades does Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School serve?
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School?
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School rank in AR?
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School ranks #831 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School has 15% math proficiency (2025 ATLAS) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ATLAS).
Is Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School a Title I school?
No, Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School?
89.5% of students at Friendship Aspire Academy Little Rock Middle School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.6%
- Phone
- (501) 621-1500
Resources & Links
District
FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMIES ARKANSAS- District Enrollment
- 1,307
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,817
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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