Very Good
#157 of 1,035 schools in AR
Top 15% 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
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Bentonville
#10 of 23
public schools
Arkansas elementary schools
#84 of 509
In district
#11 of 24
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Mary Mae Jones Elem. School
Mary Mae Jones Elementary School serves 470 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Bentonville, Arkansas. With 28 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.8:1, providing a supportive learning environment for young learners. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 204th out of 1,044 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among Arkansas schools.
Students show steady achievement in core subjects, with 52% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 57% reach proficiency in mathematics. Mary Mae Jones Elementary is situated in an affluent area of Bentonville, where the median household income reaches $95,071 and nearly half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood features a low poverty rate of 6.6% and median home values of $352,600, reflecting the community's economic stability.
This prosperous ZIP code of 38,006 residents provides a supportive backdrop for the school's educational mission. The school operates as a regular public elementary school in Bentonville's small city setting, serving families in one of Arkansas's more economically advantaged communities.
Score Breakdown
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Mary Mae Jones Elem. School — Students at Mary Mae Jones Elem. School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Mary Mae Jones Elem. School Compares
See how Mary Mae Jones Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 59% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 54% (2019) to 52% (2022).
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. FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF ARKANSAS BENTONVILLE (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has a median household income of $102,073. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $401,300, with a median rent of $1,197/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| CUTTER-MORNING STAR ELEM. SCH. Hot Springs, AR | 7.7 |
| JOHN P. WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 7.7 |
| JOHN TYSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Springdale, AR | 7.7 |
| MARMADUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marmaduke, AR | 7.7 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Searcy, AR | 7.7 |
| ASHDOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashdown, AR | 7.8 |
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 is ranked #157 out of 1,035 schools in AR.
What is Mary Mae Jones Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mary Mae Jones Elem. School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Mary Mae Jones Elem. School has 56.0% math proficiency and 47.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
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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
- Phone
- (479) 254-5930
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 19,137
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,377
- District Rank
- #11 of 24
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