Serving 762 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marion Visual & Performing Arts 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 29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School's student population of 762 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Marion Visual & Performing Arts 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 Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is 0.43, 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
#833 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
74%
19%
White
14%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marion School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School's ranking?
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is ranked #833 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
762 students attend Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School offer ?
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School part of?
Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is part of Marion School District.
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