LISA ACADEMY

LISA ACADEMY is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the LISA ACADEMY school district, located in LITTLE ROCK, AR with about 355 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 26 teachers, LISA ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

LISA ACADEMY, located at 21 Corporate Hill Dr. in Little Rock, Arkansas, is a prominent network of tuition-free, public charter schools with a specialized focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. Since its inception, the academy has built a reputation for academic rigor, aiming to prepare students for success in a global society by integrating a challenging curriculum with personalized learning support. The schools serve a diverse student body and emphasize the development of critical thinking, innovation, and character through a structured educational environment.

Beyond its academic core, LISA ACADEMY is known for maintaining high expectations for its students, frequently achieving high rankings within the state of Arkansas for college readiness and test performance. The institution places a strong emphasis on community involvement, teacher-student relationships, and a culture of accountability. By offering a blend of traditional instructional methods and modern technology-integrated learning, the academy strives to bridge the gap for students seeking a specialized, high-quality college-preparatory experience within the public school system.

For more information, contact LISA ACADEMY at (501) 227-4942 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

21 CORPORATE HILL DR
LITTLE ROCK, AR 72205
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LISA ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in LITTLE ROCK, AR with about 355 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
Yes
STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
CHARTER REVIEW PANEL
District:
LISA ACADEMY
Total Students:
355
Teachers:
26.91
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
7th Grade
8th 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 355 students

Black or African American
41.7%
Hispanic/Latino
20.3%
Asian
19.2%
White
14.9%
Two or more races
3.9%

Female
52.4%
Male
47.6%

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.