Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, AR, serves 1,333 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
Founded in 1971, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 114 teachers on staff.
The student body includes 19.6% students of color, reflecting moderate diversity within the Rock Creek neighborhood.
Pulaski Academy is a member of the Alternative School Network and National Independent Private Schools Association.
The campus spans 32 acres in a midsize city location, making it among the largest private schools by enrollment in Arkansas.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,333 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Pulaski Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
32 acres
Student Body
Total Students
1,333 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bruin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski Academy's ranking?
Pulaski Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Pulaski Academy?
The application deadline for Pulaski Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Pulaski Academy located?
Pulaski Academy is located in the Rock Creek neighborhood of Little Rock, AR.
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