North Little Rock High School is a public school in North Little Rock, Arkansas, that is administered by the North Little Rock School District. As of the 2016–17 school year, the high school consists of one campus, which holds 9th - 12th grade.
Serving 465 students in grades 9-12, North Little Rock Center Of Excellence 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 13% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence's student population of 465 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence 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 North Little Rock Center Of Excellence is 0.63, which is more 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
#811 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
54%
19%
White
25%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
8%
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 North Little Rock Center Of Excellence's ranking?
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence is ranked #811 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Little Rock Center Of Excellence?
The graduation rate of North Little Rock Center Of Excellence is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Little Rock Center Of Excellence?
465 students attend North Little Rock Center Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Little Rock Center Of Excellence students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Little Rock Center Of Excellence?
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Little Rock Center Of Excellence offer ?
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Little Rock Center Of Excellence part of?
North Little Rock Center Of Excellence is part of North Little Rock School District.
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