Very Good
#178 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 17% in state
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School
Elementary School · BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
500 SE 14TH ST, Bentonville, AR 72712
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#178 of 1,036
In Bentonville
#14 of 23
public schools
In district
#15 of 24
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Mary Mae Jones Elem. School
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School is a public elementary school in Bentonville, AR, part of BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mary Mae Jones Elem.
School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Mae Jones Elem. School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- AR avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Mary Mae Jones Elem. School — Students at Mary Mae Jones Elem. School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 8.4/10.
How Mary Mae Jones Elem. School Compares
See how Mary Mae Jones Elem. 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
500 SE 14TH ST, Bentonville, AR 72712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Mae Jones Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LISA ACADEMY ROGERS-BENTONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rogers), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, APPLE GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bentonville, see our Bentonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,073
Median Home Value
$401,300
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
38,072
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COOPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bella Vista, AR | 7.9 |
| ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bentonville, AR | 7.9 |
| IVY HILL PREPARATORY ACADEMY Little Rock, AR | 7.9 |
| LISA ACADEMY NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sherwood, AR | 7.9 |
| PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paris, AR | 7.9 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Searcy, AR | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Mae Jones Elem. School
What grades does Mary Mae Jones Elem. School serve?
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Mary Mae Jones Elem. School?
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Mae Jones Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Mae Jones Elem. School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Mae Jones Elem. School rank in AR?
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School ranks #178 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Mary Mae Jones Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Mary Mae Jones Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mary Mae Jones Elem. School a charter school?
No, Mary Mae Jones Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Mae Jones Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Mary Mae Jones Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Mae Jones Elem. School?
47.0% of students at Mary Mae Jones Elem. 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Benton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.2%
- Phone
- (479) 254-5930
Resources & Links
District
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 19,137
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,377
- District Rank
- #15 of 24
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