Serving 469 students in grades 1-6, Microsociety Magnet 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 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Microsociety Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Microsociety Magnet School's student population of 469 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Microsociety Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Microsociety Magnet School is 0.52, 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
#888 out of 993 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
66%
20%
White
16%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
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: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Microsociety Magnet School's ranking?
Microsociety Magnet School is ranked #888 out of 993 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Microsociety Magnet School?
469 students attend Microsociety Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Microsociety Magnet School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Microsociety Magnet School?
Microsociety Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Microsociety Magnet School offer ?
Microsociety Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Microsociety Magnet School part of?
Microsociety Magnet School is part of Jonesboro School District.
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