For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,324 students in Marion, AR.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, AR are Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School and Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, AR (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, AR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, AR include Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School and Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion?
2 public elementary schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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