Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Magnolia Jr. 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 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia Jr. High School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Magnolia Jr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Jr. High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#668 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
53%
19%
White
36%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Jr. High School's ranking?
Magnolia Jr. High School is ranked #668 out of 997 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Jr. High School?
595 students attend Magnolia Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Magnolia Jr. High School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magnolia Jr. High School?
Magnolia Jr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magnolia Jr. High School offer ?
Magnolia Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia Jr. High School part of?
Magnolia Jr. High School is part of Magnolia School District.
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