Serving 731 students in grades 1-6, Visual & Performing Arts Magnet ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 1-6
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet's student population of 731 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is 0.66, 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
#483 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
37%
19%
White
43%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
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)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Visual & Performing Arts Magnet's ranking?
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is ranked #483 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Visual & Performing Arts Magnet often compared to?
Visual & Performing Arts Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like International Studies Magnet, Brookland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
731 students attend Visual & Performing Arts Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Visual & Performing Arts Magnet students are White, 37% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Visual & Performing Arts Magnet offer ?
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Visual & Performing Arts Magnet part of?
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is part of Jonesboro School District.
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