Serving 654 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School's student population of 654 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#675 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
55%
19%
White
30%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School's ranking?
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School is ranked #675 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School?
654 students attend Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School?
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School offer ?
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School part of?
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School is part of Marion School District.
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