Very Good
#376 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 36% in state
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School
Elementary School · LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
13240 DAVID O. DODD, Little Rock, AR 72210
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#376 of 1,036
In Little Rock
#16 of 70
public schools
In district
#9 of 38
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School
Elementary School in Little Rock · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is a public elementary school in Little Rock, AR, part of LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. J.a.
Fair K8 Preparatory School serves approximately 801 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #376 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School 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.
46% of students at J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory 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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J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School — Students at J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 20 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: 9.9/10.
How J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School Compares
See how J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School 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
13240 DAVID O. DODD, Little Rock, AR 72210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LISA ACADEMY WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 3.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 3.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,765
Median Home Value
$227,800
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
14,544
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School
What grades does J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School serve?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 801 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School rank in AR?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School ranks #376 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School a charter school?
No, J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School a Title I school?
No, J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory School?
85.8% of students at J.a. Fair K8 Preparatory 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 801
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (501) 447-1700
Resources & Links
District
LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 21,105
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,959
- District Rank
- #9 of 38
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