Serving 99 students in grades 7-12, Marvell-elaine 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvell High School serves the entire district of Marvell, AR, covering an extensive area of approximately 607.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point being nearly 44 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marvell-elaine High School's student population of 99 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvell-elaine 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 Marvell-elaine High School is 0.13, 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
#986 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
93%
19%
White
5%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvell-elaine High School's ranking?
Marvell-elaine High School is ranked #986 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Marvell-elaine High School often compared to?
Marvell-elaine High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barton High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marvell-elaine High School?
The graduation rate of Marvell-elaine High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Marvell-elaine High School?
99 students attend Marvell-elaine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marvell-elaine High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvell-elaine High School?
Marvell-elaine High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marvell-elaine High School offer ?
Marvell-elaine High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marvell-elaine High School part of?
Marvell-elaine High School is part of Marvell Elaine School District.
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