Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Magnet Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Magnet Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Magnet Elementary 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 West Magnet Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#555 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
33%
14%
Black
8%
20%
White
52%
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
67%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
West Magnet Elementary School is ranked #555 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are West Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
West Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Mountain Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend West Magnet Elementary School?
544 students attend West Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Magnet Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Magnet Elementary School?
West Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Magnet Elementary School offer ?
West Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Magnet Elementary School part of?
West Magnet Elementary School is part of Batesville School District.
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