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#434 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 42% in state

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School

High School · LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

6700 H STREET, Little Rock, AR 72205

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2020-2022; directory SY 2023–24

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
6.8/10 (Average) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
Assessment evidence
Loaded structured records show math 6% and ELA 7%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
Location context
Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is listed in LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.

Caveat

School evidence does not establish family fit by itself.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+6.55 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
College Readiness8.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation19.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
District spending per student$15,959
Chronic Absenteeism57.7%

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School — Students at Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test ScoresAR EDFACTS (SY 2021–22)

Math Proficiency5.7%(multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency7.3%(multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AR state assessments.About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%

* 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: 10.0/10.

Nearby alternatives

Nearby verified-grade options

4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available

  1. Catholic High School for Boys

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

    Distance
    0.3 mi
    Enrollment
    714
  2. Lisa Academy West High School

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    0.6 mi
    Enrollment
    386
  3. Mt St Mary Academy

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

    Distance
    1.0 mi
    Enrollment
    446
  4. Little Rock Adventist Academy

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

    Distance
    1.4 mi
    Enrollment
    22

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38Some Transit
Bike Score
19Somewhat Bikeable

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Location

6700 H STREET, 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
9th – 12th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

About Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is a public high school in Little Rock, AR, part of LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #434 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2AP courses offered
19.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·8 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Advanced STEM Courses3of 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

LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
21,105
Schools in District
39
District spending per student
$15,959NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
District child poverty rate
22.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
District Rank
#10 of 38

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School

What grades does Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School serve?

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School rank in AR?

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School ranks #434 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School a charter school?

No, Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School a Title I school?

No, Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet High School?

77.4% of students at Little Rock Hall Steam Magnet 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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