Serving 145 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Marvin Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Marvin Primary School's student population of 145 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvin Primary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin Primary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
87%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin Primary School's ranking?
Marvin Primary School is ranked #423 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Marvin Primary School often compared to?
Marvin Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedarville Elementary School, Alma Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Marvin Primary School?
145 students attend Marvin Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marvin Primary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Primary School?
Marvin Primary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marvin Primary School offer ?
Marvin Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvin Primary School part of?
Marvin Primary School is part of Mulberry/Pleasant View Bi-County Schools School District.
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