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#742 of 1,036 schools in AR
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
High School · ARKANSAS LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOLS
251 N FIRST ST, Jacksonville, AR 72076
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#742 of 1,036
In Jacksonville
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
ARKANSAS LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOLS
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About Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is a public high school in Jacksonville, AR, part of ARKANSAS LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOLS. Jacksonville Lighthouse High School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jacksonville Lighthouse High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Jacksonville Lighthouse High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Jacksonville Lighthouse High 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.
Test scores at Jacksonville Lighthouse High 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.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Jacksonville Lighthouse High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Jacksonville Lighthouse High School — Students at Jacksonville Lighthouse High School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 25 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Jacksonville Lighthouse High School Compares
See how Jacksonville Lighthouse High 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
251 N FIRST ST, Jacksonville, AR 72076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jacksonville Lighthouse High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JACKSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CABOT PANTHER ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Cabot), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,048
Median Home Value
$155,600
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
38,647
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
35.4
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| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF AR WEST LITTLE ROCK Little Rock, AR | 5.4 |
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| ST. PAUL HIGH SCHOOL St. Paul, AR | 5.3 |
| BELLE POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Fort Smith, AR | 5.1 |
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH LITTLE ROCK North Little Rock, AR | 5.0 |
| RESPONSIVE ED SOLUTIONS PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF SPRINGDALE Springdale, AR | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
What grades does Jacksonville Lighthouse High School serve?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jacksonville Lighthouse High School rank in AR?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School ranks #742 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School 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 Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jacksonville Lighthouse High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School a charter school?
Yes, Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School a Title I school?
No, Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
70.5% of students at Jacksonville Lighthouse High 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.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 78
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.4%
- Phone
- (501) 985-1200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
ARKANSAS LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 434
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,386
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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