At a glance
Reported students
156
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
16.68
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
9.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
05–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arkansas middle enrollment
6th percentile
Compared with 206 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
156
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School: 156 reported students.
State peer staffing position
3rd percentile
9.4:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. 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
- 145
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.5:1
What the reported data says about Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 05–08 in Little Rock. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools. NCES reports 156 students for 2024–25.
Among 206 middle schools in Arkansas with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 444.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 6th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 9.4:1, below the Arkansas median of 13.9:1 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 (64.7%) and White (22.4%). English learners represent 10.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 7.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School
- 1How do the reported 9.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 16.68 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 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
- 10.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 7.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 67.9%
- 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
- White22.4%
- Hispanic7.1%
- Black64.7%
- Asian1.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.5%
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
Gifted and talented
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 Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–04
210 reported students
Jacksonville Lighthouse High School
High · Grades 09–12
60 reported students
Public schools near Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle 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 Middle School Middle · Jacksonville North Pulaski School District | 06–08 | 926 | 2 mi |
| Sylvan Hills Middle School Middle · Pulaski County Special School District | 06–07 | 772 | 4.8 mi |
| Cabot Middle School South Middle · Cabot School District | 05–06 | 747 | 7.5 mi |
| Lisa Academy North Middle School Middle · Charter · Lisa Academy | 06–08 | 353 | 7.8 mi |
| Cabot Junior High South Middle · Cabot School District | 07–08 | 699 | 7.8 mi |
| North Little Rock Middle School 6th Grade Campus Middle · North Little Rock School District | 06–06 | 548 | 9.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School
What grades does Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School serve?
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School reports grades 05–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Arkansas Lighthouse Charter Schools.
How many students attend Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School?
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School reported 156 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 6th percentile among 206 Arkansas middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 145 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 9.4:1, based on 156 students and 16.68 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arkansas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle 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 Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
67.9% 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 Middle School in?
Jacksonville Lighthouse Middle 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 Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Jacksonville Middle School (2 mi), Sylvan Hills Middle School (4.8 mi), Cabot Middle School South (7.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.