Best Schools in Malvern, Arkansas
10 schools · 3 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Malvern by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ambassador Baptist Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Glen Rose Middle School
Middle · Glen Rose School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Magnet Cove High School
High · Magnet Cove School Dist.. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Malvern for 2026 are Ambassador Baptist Academy (6.8/10), Glen Rose Middle School (6.7/10), and Magnet Cove High School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$117,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
10
9 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$117,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 6.1/10 despite 74% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Malvern schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Malvern
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambassador Baptist Academy | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Glen Rose Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Magnet Cove High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Malvern High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Malvern Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Glen Rose High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Magnet Cove Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Malvern Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Glen Rose Elementary School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Wilson Intermediate School | 3.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $51,492
- Median home value
- $117,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Malvern compares
Arkansas rank
#104 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$51k
93% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Malvern, Arkansas
Malvern, Arkansas is home to 10 schools, including 9 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Malvern show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Malvern is Ambassador Baptist Academy with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Malvern is served by 3 school districts: GLEN ROSE SCHOOL DISTRICT, MAGNET COVE SCHOOL DIST., MALVERN SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,464 students.
Malvern's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,492. The poverty rate in the area is 19.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 368 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.5 |
| 2 | 680 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.5 |
| 3 | 332 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.2 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 327 students · 5th–8th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 287 students · 7th–8th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 283 students · 5th–6th | 3.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 311 students · 7th–12th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 575 students · 9th–12th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 301 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambassador Baptist Academy
Private
38 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Malvern
Malvern, Arkansas · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,492
Median Home Value
$117,300
Median Rent
$768/mo
Population
23,222
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
19.0%
Community Profile
Malvern has a median household income of $51,492. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $117,300, with a median rent of $768/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Malvern, Arkansas
How many schools are in Malvern, Arkansas?
Malvern has 10 schools, including 9 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Malvern, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Malvern is 5.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Malvern, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Malvern on MySchoolScout is Ambassador Baptist Academy with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Malvern, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Malvern on MySchoolScout is Magnet Cove Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Malvern, Arkansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Malvern on MySchoolScout is Glen Rose Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Malvern, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Malvern on MySchoolScout is Magnet Cove High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Malvern, Arkansas?
Malvern is served by 3 school districts: Glen Rose School District, Magnet Cove School Dist., Malvern School District.
What is the education level in Malvern, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Malvern have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Malvern, Arkansas?
The median household income in Malvern is approximately $51,492 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Malvern, Arkansas?
Yes, Malvern has 1 private school alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ambassador Baptist Academy with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Malvern, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Malvern is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Malvern, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.