Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Booker Arts Magnet Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
76%
19%
White
5%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Booker Arts Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Steam Magnet Elementary School, Gibbs Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School?
238 students attend Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School?
Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School part of?
Booker Arts Magnet Elementary School is part of Little Rock School District.
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