Serving 670 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School's student population of 670 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Empower. Excel.
School Rankings
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet 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 Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is 0.66, which is more 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
#437 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
44%
19%
White
36%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School's ranking?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is ranked #437 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School?
670 students attend Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School offer ?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School part of?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is part of Marion School District.
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