Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sulphur Rock Magnet School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sulphur Rock Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sulphur Rock Magnet School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sulphur Rock Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sulphur Rock Magnet School is 0.27, 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
#97 out of 997 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
3%
19%
White
85%
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
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulphur Rock Magnet School's ranking?
Sulphur Rock Magnet School is ranked #97 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sulphur Rock Magnet School often compared to?
Sulphur Rock Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Mountain Magnet School, Cave City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sulphur Rock Magnet School?
272 students attend Sulphur Rock Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sulphur Rock Magnet School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sulphur Rock Magnet School?
Sulphur Rock Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sulphur Rock Magnet School offer ?
Sulphur Rock Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sulphur Rock Magnet School part of?
Sulphur Rock Magnet School is part of Batesville School District.
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