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Jacksonville Lighthouse High School

High School · ARKANSAS LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOLS

251 N FIRST ST, Jacksonville, AR 72076

Charter

Enrollment

78

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

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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Jacksonville Lighthouse High School

5.4/10

High School in Jacksonville · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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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).

How it compares0.9 pts below AR schools
  • 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.1% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13.9% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-25.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation20.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,386
Chronic Absenteeism65.4%

Jacksonville Lighthouse High School — Students at Jacksonville Lighthouse High School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.2% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
20.2% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 27.3% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
32.7% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 25 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
47%
2013
Math
67%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
3.2%
ELA
13.9%

* 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.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in AR
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Sports
3
1 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
20.5% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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 mi
School Distance Rating
JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY Jacksonville 0.0 mi 3.5
JACKSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville 0.9 mi 5.9
JACKSONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.4 mi 6.0
MURRELL TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 1.5 mi 7.8
JACKSONVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville 1.9 mi 6.9
JACKSONVILLE LIGHTHOUSE FLIGHTLINE ACADEMY Lrafb 2.4 mi 5.6
ADKINS PRESCHOOL CENTER Jacksonville 2.6 mi 3.1
BOBBY G LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 2.9 mi 7.6
JACKSONVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville 3.0 mi 6.2
BAYOU METO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville 6.3 mi 7.1
WILLIAM JEFFERSON CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 6.0 mi 3.6
OAKBROOKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood 6.1 mi 6.5
CABOT PANTHER ACADEMY Cabot 6.8 mi 5.4
CATO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 6.4 mi 7.0
SYLVAN HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Sherwood 6.5 mi 6.6
SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sherwood 6.5 mi 3.7
HARRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 7.2 mi 5.6
CABOT MIDDLE SCHOOL SOUTH Cabot 7.3 mi 6.2
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 7.4 mi 7.3
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot 7.8 mi 8.7

Neighborhood 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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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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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%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

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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