Serving 307 students in grades 7-12, Magnet Cove High 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 41% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MAGNET COVE HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Malvern, AR, encompassing approximately 49.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnet Cove High School's student population of 307 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magnet Cove High 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 Magnet Cove High School is 0.19, 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
#552 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnet Cove High School's ranking?
Magnet Cove High School is ranked #552 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Magnet Cove High School often compared to?
Magnet Cove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Rose High School, Malvern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnet Cove High School?
The graduation rate of Magnet Cove High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Magnet Cove High School?
307 students attend Magnet Cove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Magnet Cove High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnet Cove High School?
Magnet Cove High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnet Cove High School offer ?
Magnet Cove High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magnet Cove High School part of?
Magnet Cove High School is part of Magnet Cove School District.
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