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#342 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 33% in state

Lisa Academy West Middle School

Middle School · LISA ACADEMY

21 CORPORATE HILL DR, Little Rock, AR 72205

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24

Charter

Decision summary

School evidence without destination personalization.

This profile remains a source-backed school record; My move personalization is not enabled for this destination yet.

School Scout rating
7.1/10 (Very Good) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
Assessment evidence
Loaded structured records show math 57% and ELA 60%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
Location context
Lisa Academy West 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 Progress5.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.4% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.3% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.8 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
District spending per student$11,869
Chronic Absenteeism1.4%

Lisa Academy West Middle School — Students at Lisa Academy West Middle School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)

Math Proficiency56.5%(multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.0%(2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency60.0%(multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
33.9%(2025 ATLAS)

Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments.About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
35.4%
ELA
39.3%

* 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: 5.9/10.

Nearby alternatives

Nearby verified-grade options

4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available

  1. Lisa Academy Arkansas Hybrid School

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    0.1 mi
    Enrollment
    251
  2. Pinnacle Classical Academy

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

    Distance
    0.4 mi
    Enrollment
    48
  3. Little Rock Adventist Academy

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

    Distance
    1.1 mi
    Enrollment
    22
  4. Lisa Academy North Middle School

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    Not available
    Enrollment
    323

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34Some Transit
Bike Score
25Somewhat Bikeable

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Location

21 CORPORATE HILL DR, Little Rock, AR 72205

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 72205; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources

Median Income

$62,888

Median Home Value

$204,400

Median Rent

$1,110/mo

Population

22,275

College Educated

53.8%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

14.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

37.5

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

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.4%

About Lisa Academy West Middle School

Lisa Academy West Middle School is a public middle school in Little Rock, AR, part of LISA ACADEMY. Lisa Academy West Middle School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lisa Academy West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Lisa Academy West Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.4%

Programs & Offerings

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
#7 of 10

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lisa Academy West Middle School

What grades does Lisa Academy West Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Lisa Academy West Middle School?

Lisa Academy West Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lisa Academy West Middle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lisa Academy West Middle School rank in AR?

Lisa Academy West Middle School ranks #342 of 1,036 schools in AR.

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

Lisa Academy West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 West Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lisa Academy West Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lisa Academy West Middle School a charter school?

Yes, Lisa Academy West 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 West Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

60.5% of students at Lisa Academy West 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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