Magness Creek Elementary School in Cabot, AR serves 347 students from Pre–K through 4th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 12:1, which is lower than the district averages at similar Cabot schools.
Math proficiency is between 65% and 69%, significantly higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Cabot district average of 51%, but it has declined from 70%–74% in 2019 and 2018.
Reading proficiency ranges from 50% to 54%, which is higher than the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 48%, showing a decline from 65%–69% in 2017.
Science proficiency is between 45% and 49%, higher than the Arkansas state average of 36% and district average of 43%, remaining stable over recent years.
Enrollment decreased from 391 students in 2022 to 355 students in 2023, while eligibility for reduced–price lunch increased from 5% in 2022 to 14% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need among students.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Magness Creek Elementary serves the northwest part of Cabot, AR, covering an area of approximately 25.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magness Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Magness Creek Elementary School's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magness Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magness Creek Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#75 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Magness Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Magness Creek Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Magness Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Magness Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Springs Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Magness Creek Elementary School?
351 students attend Magness Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Magness Creek Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magness Creek Elementary School?
Magness Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magness Creek Elementary School offer ?
Magness Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magness Creek Elementary School part of?
Magness Creek Elementary School is part of Cabot School District.
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