The Board has adopted a mission statement for the district; this mission statement was most recently ratified in October of 2000.

LRSD Mission: "The mission of the Little Rock School District is to equip all students with the skills and knowledge to realize their aspirations, think critically and independently, learn continuously, and face the future as productive contributing citizens. This mission is accomplished through open access to a diverse, innovative and challenging curriculum in a secure environment with a staff dedicated to excellence and empowered with the trust and support of our community."

LRSD Vision: Creating Excellence for Tomorrow.