Below Average
#870 of 1,036 schools in AR
Premier High School of Little Rock
High School · PREMIER HIGH SCHOOLS OF ARKANSAS
1621 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, Little Rock, AR 72206
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#870 of 1,036
In Little Rock
#44 of 70
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Premier High School of Little Rock
Premier High School of Little Rock is a public high school in Little Rock, AR, part of PREMIER HIGH SCHOOLS OF ARKANSAS. Premier High School of Little Rock serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Premier High School of Little Rock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #870 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Premier High School of Little Rock show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- AR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Premier High School of Little Rock 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 Premier High School of Little Rock 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Premier High School of Little Rock sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Premier High School of Little Rock — Students at Premier High School of Little Rock score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 21 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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.
How Premier High School of Little Rock Compares
See how Premier High School of Little Rock performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1621 DR MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, Little Rock, AR 72206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Premier High School of Little Rock may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARK. SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND H.S. (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ARKANSAS CONSOLIDATED HIGH SCHOOL-ALEXANDER (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Rock, see our Little Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,145
Median Home Value
$132,100
Median Rent
$910/mo
Population
22,640
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
69.4%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
41.2
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|---|---|
| PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH LITTLE ROCK North Little Rock, AR | 5.0 |
| RESPONSIVE ED SOLUTIONS PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF SPRINGDALE Springdale, AR | 5.0 |
| BELLE POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Fort Smith, AR | 5.1 |
| MARVELL-ELAINE HIGH SCHOOL Marvell, AR | 5.3 |
| ST. PAUL HIGH SCHOOL St. Paul, AR | 5.3 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF AR WEST LITTLE ROCK Little Rock, AR | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Premier High School of Little Rock
What grades does Premier High School of Little Rock serve?
Premier High School of Little Rock serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Premier High School of Little Rock?
Premier High School of Little Rock has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Premier High School of Little Rock?
The student-teacher ratio at Premier High School of Little Rock is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Premier High School of Little Rock rank in AR?
Premier High School of Little Rock ranks #870 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Premier High School of Little Rock's MySchoolScout rating?
Premier High School of Little Rock has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Premier High School of Little Rock?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Premier High School of Little Rock has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Premier High School of Little Rock a charter school?
Yes, Premier High School of Little Rock is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Premier High School of Little Rock a Title I school?
No, Premier High School of Little Rock is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Premier High School of Little Rock?
100.0% of students at Premier High School of Little Rock 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pulaski County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.2%
- Phone
- (501) 400-4873
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOLS OF ARKANSAS- District Enrollment
- 534
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,381
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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