Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oaklawn Stem 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 30% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School's student population of 452 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Diverse. Dedicated. Unified. A Place for Everyone.
School Rankings
Oaklawn Stem 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 Oaklawn Stem Magnet School is 0.72, which is more 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
#773 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
31%
19%
White
36%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oaklawn Stem Magnet School's ranking?
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School is ranked #773 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Oaklawn Stem Magnet School?
452 students attend Oaklawn Stem Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Oaklawn Stem Magnet School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oaklawn Stem Magnet School?
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oaklawn Stem Magnet School offer ?
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oaklawn Stem Magnet School part of?
Oaklawn Stem Magnet School is part of Hot Springs School District.
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