COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY

COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the ARKANSAS LIGHTHOUSE CHARTER SCHOOLS school district, located in JACKSONVILLE, AR with about 377 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 43 teachers, COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY, located at 251 N. First St. in Jacksonville, Arkansas, is an educational institution operating under the Lighthouse Academies network. The school is designed to provide a rigorous, college-focused curriculum aimed at preparing students for academic success in higher education. By emphasizing structured learning environments and high standards, the academy seeks to equip its students with the critical thinking and foundational skills necessary to thrive in competitive collegiate settings.

The school is part of a broader educational model that typically prioritizes character development alongside academic achievement. Through its affiliation with the Lighthouse Academies network, COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY focuses on closing the achievement gap for students in its community, offering a college-preparatory experience that is often tailored to foster both personal responsibility and long-term academic growth. Prospective families can learn more about their specific mission, enrollment processes, and curriculum details by visiting their official website.

For more information, contact COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY at (501) 985-1200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

251 N FIRST ST
JACKSONVILLE, AR 72076
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COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in JACKSONVILLE, AR with about 377 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:
377
Teachers:
43.84
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 schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
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 377 students

Black or African American
64.5%
White
21.5%
Hispanic/Latino
9.3%
Asian
2.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
53.8%
Male
46.2%

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.