Below Average
#910 of 1,036 schools in AR
Graduate Arkansas Charter High
High School · GRADUATE ARKANSAS CHARTER
6900 SCOTT HAMILTON RD, Little Rock, AR 72209
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
44.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
44.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#910 of 1,036
In Little Rock
#49 of 70
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Graduate Arkansas Charter High
Graduate Arkansas Charter High is a public high school in Little Rock, AR, part of GRADUATE ARKANSAS CHARTER. Graduate Arkansas Charter High serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 44.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Graduate Arkansas Charter High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #910 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Graduate Arkansas Charter High show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Graduate Arkansas Charter High 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.
Graduate Arkansas Charter High runs 44.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Graduate Arkansas Charter High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Graduate Arkansas Charter High — Students at Graduate Arkansas Charter High score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 26 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Graduate Arkansas Charter High Compares
See how Graduate Arkansas Charter High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6900 SCOTT HAMILTON RD, Little Rock, AR 72209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Graduate Arkansas Charter High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ESTEM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,267
Median Home Value
$99,100
Median Rent
$982/mo
Population
33,200
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
29
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLYTHEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Blytheville, AR | 4.3 |
| GREEN FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Green Forest, AR | 4.4 |
| CUTTER-MORNING STAR HIGH SCHOOL Hot Springs, AR | 4.5 |
| JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL Junction City, AR | 4.6 |
| LONOKE HIGH SCHOOL Lonoke, AR | 4.6 |
| TRUMANN HIGH SCHOOL Trumann, AR | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Graduate Arkansas Charter High
What grades does Graduate Arkansas Charter High serve?
Graduate Arkansas Charter High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Graduate Arkansas Charter High?
Graduate Arkansas Charter High has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Graduate Arkansas Charter High?
The student-teacher ratio at Graduate Arkansas Charter High is 44.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Graduate Arkansas Charter High rank in AR?
Graduate Arkansas Charter High ranks #910 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Graduate Arkansas Charter High's MySchoolScout rating?
Graduate Arkansas Charter High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Graduate Arkansas Charter High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Graduate Arkansas Charter High has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Graduate Arkansas Charter High a charter school?
Yes, Graduate Arkansas Charter High is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Graduate Arkansas Charter High a Title I school?
No, Graduate Arkansas Charter High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Graduate Arkansas Charter High?
93.3% of students at Graduate Arkansas Charter High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 44.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.9%
- Phone
- (501) 618-2500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
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District
GRADUATE ARKANSAS CHARTER- District Enrollment
- 490
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $4,785
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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