Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School vs Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–6
670 students
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–6
654 students
| Measure | Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School Marion, Arkansas | Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School Marion, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #350 of 511 | #411 of 511 |
| National rank | #35148 of 50,301 | #39647 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 670 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 81.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 28.3).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.3% vs 81.8%).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 19.8).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is the larger school with 670 students compared with 654.
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 Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School better than Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School ranks higher (35.2 vs 28.3 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 Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School and Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School: 670. Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School and Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School rank in Arkansas?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is 350th of 511 and Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School is 411th of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).