Serving 527 students in grades 3-7, Central 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 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-7
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Magnolia, AR, encompassing approximately 461.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 12.1 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone is located 17.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 527 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Where All Belong, All Learn, All Succeed
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.59, which is less 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
#602 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #602 out of 989 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
527 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Central Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% 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 Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Magnolia School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
THE ONLY GOOD THING I CAN SAY ABOUT THIS SCHOOL IS THE EXTRACURRUCULAR ACTIVITIES, SUCH AS BAND AND QUIZ BOWL. THE QUALITY OF THE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IS BELOW AVERAGE. THE VIEW OF THE SCHOOL IN MY OPINION IS TO TEACH THE CHILDREN HOW TO PASS THE STATE TESTS THAT ARE REQUIRED. I'M NOT SAYING THAT ALL THE TEACHERS DON'T CARE ABOUT THEIR STUDENTS, MOST OF THEM DO, BUT THAT IS ALL THEY WORRY ABOUT. THE TEST REFLECTS ON THEM, AND IF THE KIDS DON'T DO WELL, ITS THE TEACHERS FAULT. ALSO AT THIS SCHOOL THE DISCIPLINARY RULES ARE VERY LAX, IN MY OPINION. ALL THE RULES DON'T APPLY TO ALL THE CHILDREN. I WOULD URGE YOU AS PARENTS TO THINK ABOUT HOMESCHOOLING, SO YOUR CHILD CAN RECEIVE A COMPLETE EDUCATION, AND BE SAFE AT THE SAME TIME. I HOPE THIS REVIEW HELPS (IF IT GETS POSTED).
1 10/10/2025
My son I did wonderfully up til 5th grade, he gets here, and it all goes downhill!! I don't know what to do!!! Even the secretary is mean!!!
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