Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School vs Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 5.7 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 Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
West Memphis · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
762 students
| Measure | Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School Marion, Arkansas | Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School West Memphis, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #350 of 511 | #487 of 511 |
| National rank | #35148 of 50,301 | #48105 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 670 | 762 |
| Enrollment | 670 | 762 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.3% | 85.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| city | Marion | West Memphis |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 14.0).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 21%).
- •Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.3% vs 85.8%).
- •Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 19.1).
- •Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is the larger school with 762 students compared with 670.
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 Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School ranks higher (35.2 vs 14.0 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 Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Marion and West Memphis in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School: 670. Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School: 762. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School and Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School rank in Arkansas?
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School is 350th of 511 and Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is 487th of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).