At a glance
Reported students
60
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
5.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arkansas high enrollment
15th percentile
Compared with 323 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
156
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School: 60 reported students.
State peer staffing position
80th percentile
10.9:1 reported; state peer median 7.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 239
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.9:1
What the reported data says about Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Jacksonville. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools. NCES reports 60 students for 2024–25.
Among 323 high schools in Arkansas with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 308 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 15th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.9:1, above the Arkansas median of 7.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (86.7%) and White (10%). English learners represent 8.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
- 1How do the reported 10.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 5.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 75%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White10%
- Hispanic0%
- Black86.7%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08
156 reported students
Jacksonville Lighthouse Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–04
210 reported students
Public schools near Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Lighthouse Elementary Elementary · Charter · Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools | KG–04 | 210 | under 0.1 mi |
| Jacksonville High School High · Jacksonville North Pulaski School District | 09–12 | 1,208 | 0.9 mi |
| Cabot Panther Academy High · Charter · Cabot School District | 05–12 | 318 | 6.8 mi |
| Sylvan Hills High School High · Pulaski County Special School District | 10–12 | 1,120 | 7.3 mi |
| Lisa Academy North High School High · Charter · Lisa Academy | 09–12 | 292 | 7.5 mi |
| Cabot High School High · Cabot School District | 09–12 | 2,170 | 9.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
What grades does Jacksonville Lighthouse High School serve?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools.
How many students attend Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School reported 60 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 15th percentile among 323 Arkansas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 239 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
The calculated ratio is 10.9:1, based on 60 students and 5.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arkansas median for the same school level is 7.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Jacksonville Lighthouse High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
75% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Jacksonville Lighthouse High School in?
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School is part of Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools, based in Jacksonville, AR, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Jacksonville Lighthouse High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Jacksonville Lighthouse Elementary (under 0.1 mi), Jacksonville High School (0.9 mi), Cabot Panther Academy (6.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.