Theodore Jones Elem.
School in Conway, AR serves 485 students in grades K–4 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 45–49%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% but slightly below the district average of 47%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 40–44%, approximately equal to the state average of 40%, yet below the district average of 49%.
Science proficiency is 25–29%, which is lower than the state average of 36% and district average of 42%.
The school's overall rank improved from #620 in 2021 to #313 in 2023, showing a positive trend in statewide performance.
Minority enrollment is 65%, with no significant recent shifts in total enrollment, which increased slightly from 447 in 2022 to 486 in 2023.
Eligibility for free lunch rose from 54% in 2022 to 55% in 2023, maintaining a high proportion of students qualifying for subsidized meals.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Theodore Jones Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Theodore Jones Elem. School's student population of 485 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Theodore Jones Elem. School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore Jones Elem. School is 0.70, which is more 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
#313 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
40%
19%
White
35%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Jones Elem. School's ranking?
Theodore Jones Elem. School is ranked #313 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Theodore Jones Elem. School?
485 students attend Theodore Jones Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Theodore Jones Elem. School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Jones Elem. School?
Theodore Jones Elem. School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Theodore Jones Elem. School offer ?
Theodore Jones Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Theodore Jones Elem. School part of?
Theodore Jones Elem. School is part of Conway School District.
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