For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,126 students in 72364, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in 72364, AR are Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School and Marion Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72364 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72364, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72364, AR Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
133 Military Rd
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5120
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5120
Gr: K-6 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 L H Polk Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Gr: K-6 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Marion Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Carter Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Gr: 8-9 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Marion High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Gr: 10-12 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
10 Patriot Drive
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Gr: 7 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72364, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72364, AR include Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School and Marion Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 72364?
5 public schools are located in 72364.
What is the racial composition of students in 72364?
72364 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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