Needs Improvement
#962 of 1,036 schools in AR
Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
Elementary School · HOT SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
700 MAIN STREET, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#962 of 1,036
In Hot Springs
#15 of 16
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
HOT SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
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About Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is a public elementary school in Hot Springs, AR, part of HOT SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #962 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- AR avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School — Students at Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School Compares
See how Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 MAIN STREET, Hot Springs, AR 71913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKESIDE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOUNTAIN LAKE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 7.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hot Springs, see our Hot Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,367
Median Home Value
$179,200
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
46,853
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
42.6
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|---|---|
| BOONE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock, AR | 3.9 |
| DELBERT PETE & PAT ALLEN ELE Siloam Springs, AR | 3.9 |
| ELMDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale, AR | 3.9 |
| MATH & SCIENCE MAGNET SCHOOL Jonesboro, AR | 3.9 |
| MORRILTON PRIMARY SCHOOL Morrilton, AR | 3.9 |
| KIPP DELTA ELEM LITERACY ACAD Helena, AR | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School
What grades does Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School serve?
Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School rank in AR?
Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School ranks #962 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School a charter school?
No, Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School?
100.0% of students at Main Street Visual & Performing Arts Magnet 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Garland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (501) 623-2661
Resources & Links
District
HOT SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,643
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,750
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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