Excellent
#149 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 14% in state
Matthews Elementary School
Elementary School · PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT
4501 DOLLARWAY RD, Pine Bluff, AR 71602
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#149 of 1,036
In Pine Bluff
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Matthews Elementary School
Matthews Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pine Bluff, AR, part of PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT. Matthews Elementary School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Matthews Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Matthews Elementary School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.7
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Matthews Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Matthews Elementary School — Students at Matthews Elementary School score 16% 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 14 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Matthews Elementary School Compares
See how Matthews Elementary 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
4501 DOLLARWAY RD, Pine Bluff, AR 71602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Matthews Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRIENDSHIP ASPIRE ACADEMY DOWNTOWN PINE BLUFF (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Pinebluff), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby White Hall), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pine Bluff, see our Pine Bluff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,936
Median Home Value
$135,800
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
15,922
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Matthews Elementary School
What grades does Matthews Elementary School serve?
Matthews Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Matthews Elementary School?
Matthews Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Matthews Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Matthews Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Matthews Elementary School rank in AR?
Matthews Elementary School ranks #149 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Matthews Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Matthews Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Matthews Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Matthews Elementary School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Matthews Elementary School a charter school?
No, Matthews Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Matthews Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Matthews Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Matthews Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Matthews Elementary 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (870) 534-0726
Resources & Links
District
PINE BLUFF SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,133
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,959
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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