Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jones Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Mascot
Jaguars
School Rankings
Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
12%
58%
Hawaiian
27%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Elementary School is ranked #812 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parson Hills Elem. School, Bernice Young Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Jones Elementary School?
423 students attend Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jones Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Hawaiian, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Elementary School?
Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jones Elementary School offer ?
Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jones Elementary School part of?
Jones Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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