LRSD is an urban school district with 40 schools. For the 2026-2027 school year, classes begin August 11 and end May 21. Little Rock School District is home to Little Rock Central High School, site of the landmark 1957 desegregation crisis when nine Black students — the Little Rock Nine — were escorted by federal troops to integrate the school. This calendar includes 4 professional development days, 2 early-release or half days — useful to know when planning childcare.
Also known as LRSD.