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#15 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 1% in state

Lisa Academy North Middle School

Middle School · LISA ACADEMY

5410 LANDERS RD, Sherwood, AR 72117

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2014-2025; directory SY 2023–24

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School Scout rating
9.1/10 (Excellent) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
Assessment evidence
Loaded structured records show math 49% and ELA 50%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
Location context
Lisa Academy North Middle School is listed in LISA ACADEMY; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.

Caveat

School evidence does not establish family fit by itself.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.7% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.8% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
District spending per student$11,869
Chronic Absenteeism3.1%

Lisa Academy North Middle School — Students at Lisa Academy North Middle School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)

Math Proficiency49.0%(multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
40.0%(2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency49.8%(multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
33.9%(2025 ATLAS)

Based on 27 test records from AR state assessments.About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2014
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
41.7%
ELA
46.8%

* 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: 9.7/10.

Nearby alternatives

Nearby verified-grade options

4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available

  1. North Little Rock Middle School

    Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.

    Distance
    1.3 mi
    Enrollment
    1,052
  2. North Little Rock Middle School 6th Grade Campus

    Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.

    Distance
    1.4 mi
    Enrollment
    519
  3. Calvary Academy

    Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    2.6 mi
    Enrollment
    322
  4. Abundant Life Christian Academy

    Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    2.8 mi
    Enrollment
    249

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27Car-Dependent
Transit Score
13Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39Somewhat Bikeable

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Location

5410 LANDERS RD, Sherwood, AR 72117

NeighborhoodU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)

ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 72117; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources

Median Income

$41,670

Median Home Value

$125,400

Median Rent

$1,125/mo

Population

14,339

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

30.2%

Median Age

37.2

Quick FactsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.1%

About Lisa Academy North Middle School

Lisa Academy North Middle School is a public middle school in Sherwood, AR, part of LISA ACADEMY. Lisa Academy North Middle School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lisa Academy North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Lisa Academy North Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4AP courses offered
18% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Athletics3sports offered
1 boys'·2 girls'·3 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Advanced STEM Courses5of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Gifted & Talented ProgramAvailable
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students.·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22

District

LISA ACADEMY
District Enrollment
4,015
Schools in District
11
District spending per student
$11,869NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
District child poverty rate
The source release did not match this district identifier.Census SAIPE · 2024
District Rank
#3 of 10

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lisa Academy North Middle School

What grades does Lisa Academy North Middle School serve?

Lisa Academy North Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Lisa Academy North Middle School?

Lisa Academy North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lisa Academy North Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lisa Academy North Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lisa Academy North Middle School rank in AR?

Lisa Academy North Middle School ranks #15 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Lisa Academy North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lisa Academy North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Lisa Academy North Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lisa Academy North Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Lisa Academy North Middle School a charter school?

Yes, Lisa Academy North Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Lisa Academy North Middle School a Title I school?

No, Lisa Academy North Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lisa Academy North Middle School?

63.2% of students at Lisa Academy North 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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