ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in LITTLE ROCK, AR with about 460 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL, located in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas, is a tuition-free, open-enrollment public charter school that emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. As part of the larger eStem Public Charter Schools network, the high school focuses on integrating technology into the classroom to prepare students for the demands of higher education and the modern workforce. The school is known for its structured academic environment and its commitment to fostering high expectations, aiming to provide students with a competitive edge through a focused, standards-based approach to learning.

Beyond its core academic offerings, eStem High School is recognized for its unique location in the heart of Little Rock’s urban center, which allows the school to leverage city resources and professional partnerships. The school culture is built upon a foundation of discipline, accountability, and community involvement, with an emphasis on preparing students not only for academic success but for civic responsibility. By blending a challenging K-12 trajectory with an emphasis on technology and critical thinking, the school serves as a distinct alternative to traditional district-run high schools in the Little Rock area.

For more information, contact ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL at (501) 374-7836 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

112 W THIRD ST 3RD FLR
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72201
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ESTEM PUBLIC CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in LITTLE ROCK, AR with about 460 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
CHARTER REVIEW PANEL
Total Students:
460
Teachers:
28.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 460 students

Black or African American
56.7%
White
30.2%
Hispanic/Latino
7.4%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
53.3%
Male
46.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.