Serving 347 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Magness Creek Elementary 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (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
Magness Creek Elementary 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
Magness Creek Elementary School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Magness Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magness Creek Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#75 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
79%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magness Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Magness Creek Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Magness Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Magness Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Mountain Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Magness Creek Elementary School?
347 students attend Magness Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Magness Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magness Creek Elementary School?
Magness Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magness Creek Elementary School offer ?
Magness Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magness Creek Elementary School part of?
Magness Creek Elementary School is part of Cabot School District.
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