Serving 499 students in grades 1-6, Math & Science 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 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Math & Science Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Math & Science Magnet School's student population of 499 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Math & Science 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 Math & Science 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
#797 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
58%
19%
White
19%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Math & Science Magnet School's ranking?
Math & Science Magnet School is ranked #797 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Math & Science Magnet School often compared to?
Math & Science Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Health Wellness & Environmental Studies Magnet, Leadership Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Math & Science Magnet School?
499 students attend Math & Science Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Math & Science Magnet School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Math & Science Magnet School?
Math & Science Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Math & Science Magnet School offer ?
Math & Science Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Math & Science Magnet School part of?
Math & Science Magnet School is part of Jonesboro School District.
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