Soirée School Guide 2026: Episcopal Collegiate School

Mission Statement

Episcopal Collegiate School prepares students to live principled and fulfilling lives of leadership and service through the pursuit of academic and personal excellence in a challenging and supportive environment.

Academic Excellence

96% of Families Choose Episcopal Collegiate Year After Year

Average number of students per classroom: 15

91% of students took at least one AP Course

100% of the Class of 2025 accepted to one of their top 3 colleges

Class of 2025 earned an average of $134,104 each in college merit scholarships

Stella Boyle Smith Summer Science Scholars Program — exclusive partnership with Arkansas Children’s Hospital

Academic Achievement and Student Support Centers in every division

Athletics and Fine Arts

Episcopal fields 62 teams in 13 sports starting in grades 3-12

More than 80% of Upper School students participate in athletics

Throughout our history, the Wildcats have captured 53 State Championships

All students participate in Fine and Performing Arts which includes Choir, Orchestra, Theater, Visual Arts, Percussion, and Media

Campus & Facilities

8 science labs, 3 visual arts studios, 3 design labs, broadcast journalism studios, and 2 theatre spaces

College Counseling and Writing Centers supporting academic and personal growth

State-of-the-art athletic facilities, including track, multipurpose field, and wellness center

Secure, gated campus with dedicated security personnel and integration with LRPD’s Connect Little Rock system

Innovative & Distinctive Programs

Signature programs in Entrepreneurial Studies and Fine & Performing Arts

Innovative opportunities include Outdoor Learning & Teaching Garden, Broadcast Journalism, and Design Labs

Participant in the Education Freedom Account Program

12-month, After Care, and Summer Programs

Faith & Character Formation

Rooted in the Episcopal tradition, daily life centers on chapel, service, and reflection. Students grow in respect, reverence, and responsibility through meaningful opportunities for service and leadership.

School Information

Year Established: 1998

Grades Served: Pre-K3 through 12

Current Enrollment: 843 students from 39 different ZIP codes in central Arkansas

School Motto: Respect, Reverence, and Responsibility

Admissions Contact: Mary Jane Briggs at mjbriggs@episcopalcollegiate.org


1701 Cantrell Road, Little Rock
501.372.1194 | episcopalcollegiate.org
Head of School: Dr. Jamie Griffin

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