For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,169 students in 72364, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72364, AR are Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School and Marion Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72364 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72364, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72364, AR Public Schools (2025)
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
235 Military Rd
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5120
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5120
Gr: K-6 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 L H Polk
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Gr: K-6 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Marion Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Carter Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Gr: 8-9 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Marion High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Gr: 10-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
10 Patriot Drive
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Gr: 7 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
72364, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 L H Polk Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Gr: 4-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
10 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Gr: 6-7 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72364, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72364, AR include Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School and Marion Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 72364?
5 public schools are located in 72364.
What is the racial composition of students in 72364?
72364 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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