Math & Science Magnet School serves 561 students in grades 1-6.
Math & Science Magnet School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Math & Science Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Math & Science Magnet School's student population of 561 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math & Science Magnet School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Math & Science Magnet School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#882 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
60%
20%
White
18%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Math & Science Magnet School's ranking?
Math & Science Magnet School is ranked #882 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Math & Science Magnet School often compared to?
Math & Science Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Health/wellness Envi Magnet, Microsociety Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Math & Science Magnet School?
561 students attend Math & Science Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Math & Science Magnet School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Math & Science Magnet School?
Math & Science Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Math & Science Magnet School offer ?
Math & Science Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Math & Science Magnet School part of?
Math & Science Magnet School is part of Jonesboro School District.
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