Mills University Studies High School, in Little Rock, Arkansas, is one of six high schools within the Pulaski County Special School District. The school opened on August 25, 1969, and is named after the late Congressman Wilbur Daigh Mills.
Serving 671 students in grades 8-12, Mills University Studies High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mills University Studies High School's student population of 671 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mills University Studies High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mills University Studies High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#942 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
60%
19%
White
14%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mills University Studies High School's ranking?
Mills University Studies High School is ranked #942 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Mills University Studies High School often compared to?
Mills University Studies High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mills University Studies High School?
The graduation rate of Mills University Studies High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mills University Studies High School?
671 students attend Mills University Studies High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mills University Studies High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mills University Studies High School?
Mills University Studies High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mills University Studies High School offer ?
Mills University Studies High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mills University Studies High School part of?
Mills University Studies High School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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