Serving 492 students in grades 1-6, Leadership 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 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leadership Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Leadership Magnet School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Leadership Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leadership Magnet School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#865 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
67%
19%
White
14%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jonesboro School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leadership Magnet School's ranking?
Leadership Magnet School is ranked #865 out of 989 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Leadership Magnet School?
492 students attend Leadership Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Leadership Magnet School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leadership Magnet School?
Leadership Magnet School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leadership Magnet School offer ?
Leadership Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leadership Magnet School part of?
Leadership Magnet School is part of Jonesboro School District.
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