Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School in Hot Springs National Park, AR, has a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than comparable district schools with ratios around 14:1 to 17:1.
Math proficiency is 61%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and district average of 26%, though it has declined from a peak of 95% in 2012–2014 to current levels.
Reading proficiency stands at 61%, higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 28%, but has shown a downward trend from 95% proficiency in 2011–2014.
Science proficiency is 53%, exceeding the state average of 36% and district average of 26%, with recent data indicating stability.
Enrollment increased from 404 students in 2021 to 416 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose sharply from 41% in 2018 to 100% in 2023, indicating a significant shift in socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School is 0.74, 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
#79 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
20%
19%
White
41%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
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)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School's ranking?
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School is ranked #79 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School often compared to?
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School, Lakeside Primary School, Langston Elementary Leadership Academy Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School?
411 students attend Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School?
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School offer ?
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School part of?
Park Magnet An Ib Pyp World Class School is part of Hot Springs School District.
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