Marmaduke Elementary School in Marmaduke, AR serves 307 students in grades K–6 with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency is 55–59%, placing the school in the top 20% statewide and higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%.
Reading proficiency is 35–39%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 40%, while science proficiency is 40–44%, higher than the state average of 36%.
The school's overall ranking improved from #653 in 2019 to #301 in 2023, indicating a positive trend in performance among Arkansas public schools.
Enrollment has declined from over 400 students in recent years to 307 in 2023, and minority enrollment remains low at 3%, reflecting limited demographic change.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marmaduke Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Marmaduke Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Marmaduke Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marmaduke Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#301 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
98%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marmaduke School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marmaduke Elementary School's ranking?
Marmaduke Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Marmaduke Elementary School?
370 students attend Marmaduke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marmaduke Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marmaduke Elementary School?
Marmaduke Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marmaduke Elementary School offer ?
Marmaduke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marmaduke Elementary School part of?
Marmaduke Elementary School is part of Marmaduke School District.
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