Serving 492 students in grades 6-8, Magnolia Middle 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 26% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magnolia Jr. High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Magnolia school district, covering approximately 461.4 square miles in Magnolia, AR. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 12.1 miles and the furthest edge located 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia Middle School's student population of 492 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
492 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Magnolia Middle 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 Middle School is 0.58, 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
#716 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
55%
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
6%
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)37.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Magnolia Middle School is ranked #716 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Middle School?
492 students attend Magnolia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Magnolia Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Middle School?
Magnolia Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnolia Middle School offer ?
Magnolia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magnolia Middle School part of?
Magnolia Middle School is part of Magnolia School District.
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