Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Herbert Carter Global Community 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 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 589 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School's student population of 589 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#538 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
44%
20%
White
39%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School's ranking?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is ranked #538 out of 993 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School?
589 students attend Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School offer ?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School part of?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is part of Marion School District.
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