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East Side Elementary School

Elementary School · MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

1310 HOLLENSWORTH ST, Magnolia, AR 71753

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#694 of 1,036

In Magnolia

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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East Side Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Magnolia · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Magnolia High School

6.1/10

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6.6/10

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About East Side Elementary School

East Side Elementary School is a public elementary school in Magnolia, AR, part of MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Side Elementary School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for East Side Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at East Side Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,374
Chronic Absenteeism40.8%

East Side Elementary School — Students at East Side Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
32%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How East Side Elementary School Compares

See how East Side Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in AR
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.8%

Location

1310 HOLLENSWORTH ST, Magnolia, AR 71753

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Side Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Emerson), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Taylor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Haynesville Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Haynesville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Magnolia, see our Magnolia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MAGNOLIA HIGH SCHOOL Magnolia 0.5 mi 6.1
MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Magnolia 0.7 mi 6.6
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magnolia 0.8 mi 6.2
COLUMBIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Magnolia 1.4 mi 6.7
WALKER PRE-K CENTER Magnolia 3.2 mi 5.1
EMERSON HIGH SCHOOL Emerson 12.0 mi 7.6
EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Emerson 12.1 mi 9.2
LAFAYETTE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Lewisville 16.4 mi 5.1
TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Taylor 18.1 mi 8.5
TAYLOR HIGH SCHOOL Taylor 18.1 mi 7.9
Haynesville Jr./Sr. High School Haynesville 22.2 mi 7.4
NEVADA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rosston 22.5 mi 4.5
NEVADA HIGH SCHOOL Rosston 22.5 mi 6.0
Haynesville Elementary School Haynesville 22.6 mi 6.4
North Webster Lower Elementary School Shongaloo 23.0 mi 6.0
SOUTH ARKANSAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC Lewisville 20.2 mi 6.6
Browning Elementary School Springhill 22.8 mi 5.7
North Webster High School Springhill 23.3 mi 6.0
Brown Upper Elementary School Springhill 23.6 mi 4.6
LAFAYETTE COUNTY ELEMENTARY Lewisville 21.5 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 71753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,714

Median Home Value

$166,900

Median Rent

$625/mo

Population

16,089

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

62.6%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

23.2%

Median Age

31.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HARRISBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg, AR 5.6
MAYFLOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mayflower, AR 5.6
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale, AR 5.6
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers, AR 5.6
LOUISA PERRITT PRIMARY Arkadelphia, AR 5.5
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Batesville, AR 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Side Elementary School

What grades does East Side Elementary School serve?

East Side Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

How many students attend East Side Elementary School?

East Side Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Side Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Side Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Side Elementary School rank in AR?

East Side Elementary School ranks #694 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is East Side Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Side Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Side Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Side Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is East Side Elementary School a charter school?

No, East Side Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Side Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Side Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Side Elementary School?

75.9% of students at East Side Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Columbia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.8%

District

MAGNOLIA SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,631
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,374
District Rank
#4 of 5

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