Serving 797 students in grades 9-12, Magnolia High 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 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magnolia High School's attendance zone covers the entire Magnolia, AR school district, encompassing approximately 461.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Magnolia High School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
797 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Motto
Where All Belong, All Learn, All Succeed
School Rankings
Magnolia 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 Magnolia High 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
#787 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
54%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
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
14%
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 Magnolia High School's ranking?
Magnolia High School is ranked #787 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Magnolia High School often compared to?
Magnolia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson High School, Taylor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magnolia High School?
The graduation rate of Magnolia High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Magnolia High School?
797 students attend Magnolia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Magnolia High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia High School?
Magnolia High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnolia High School offer ?
Magnolia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magnolia High School part of?
Magnolia High School is part of Magnolia School District.
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