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#334 of 1,036 schools in AR

Top 32% in state

North Little Rock Center of Excellence

High School · NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

2201 WEST 22ND ST, North Little Rock, AR 72114

Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2017-2025; directory SY 2023–24

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School Scout rating
7.2/10 (Very Good) is a school evidence signal, not a family-fit score.
Assessment evidence
Loaded structured records show math 13% and ELA 32%; compare the source periods before relying on them.
Location context
North Little Rock Center of Excellence is listed in NORTH 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 Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.7% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.6% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency17% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation20.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, district spending per student, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
District spending per student$12,919
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

North Little Rock Center of Excellence — Students at North Little Rock Center of Excellence score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test ScoresAR ATLAS (SY 2024–25)

Math Proficiency12.9%(multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
20.2%(2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency31.7%(multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
32.7%(2025 ATLAS)

Based on 18 test records from AR state assessments.About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2017
Math
16%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
3.7%
ELA
30.6%

* 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: 9.6/10.

Nearby alternatives

Nearby verified-grade options

3 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available

  1. North Little Rock High School

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

    Distance
    0.0 mi
    Enrollment
    1,680
  2. Premier High School of North Little Rock

    Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.

    Distance
    0.5 mi
    Enrollment
    90
  3. Calvary Academy

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

    Distance
    1.0 mi
    Enrollment
    322

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36Some Transit
Bike Score
33Somewhat Bikeable

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Location

2201 WEST 22ND ST, North Little Rock, AR 72114

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 72114; this is area context, not an attendance boundary. · Data sources

Median Income

$28,594

Median Home Value

$87,900

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

10,451

College Educated

19.3%

Homeownership

28.2%

Poverty Rate

44.4%

Median Age

37

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

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

About North Little Rock Center of Excellence

North Little Rock Center of Excellence is a public high school in North Little Rock, AR, part of NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Little Rock Center of Excellence serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Little Rock Center of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for North Little Rock Center of Excellence show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2AP courses offered
20.9% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·10 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

NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,850
Schools in District
14
District spending per student
$12,919NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
District child poverty rate
26.2%Census SAIPE · 2024
District Rank
#2 of 14

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Little Rock Center of Excellence

What grades does North Little Rock Center of Excellence serve?

North Little Rock Center of Excellence serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Little Rock Center of Excellence?

North Little Rock Center of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Little Rock Center of Excellence?

The student-teacher ratio at North Little Rock Center of Excellence is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Little Rock Center of Excellence rank in AR?

North Little Rock Center of Excellence ranks #334 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is North Little Rock Center of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?

North Little Rock Center of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 North Little Rock Center of Excellence?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Little Rock Center of Excellence has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is North Little Rock Center of Excellence a charter school?

Yes, North Little Rock Center of Excellence is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is North Little Rock Center of Excellence a Title I school?

No, North Little Rock Center of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Little Rock Center of Excellence?

100.0% of students at North Little Rock Center of Excellence 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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