Heber Springs Elementary School vs Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 127 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heber Springs Elementary School
Heber Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
743 students
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Jonesboro · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
731 students
| Measure | Heber Springs Elementary School Heber Springs, Arkansas | Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Jonesboro, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #86 of 511 | #361 of 511 |
| National rank | #16253 of 50,301 | #36149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 743 | 731 |
| Enrollment | 743 | 731 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 55% |
| city | Heber Springs | Jonesboro |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heber Springs Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 33.7).
- •Heber Springs Elementary School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 55%).
- •Heber Springs Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 42%).
- •Heber Springs Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.2% vs 100%).
- •Heber Springs Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 18.3).
- •Heber Springs Elementary School is the larger school with 743 students compared with 731.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Heber Springs Elementary School better than Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Heber Springs Elementary School ranks higher (62.8 vs 33.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Heber Springs Elementary School and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Heber Springs and Jonesboro in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heber Springs Elementary School: 743. Visual & Performing Arts Magnet: 731. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heber Springs Elementary School and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet rank in Arkansas?
Heber Springs Elementary School is 86th of 511 and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is 361st of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).