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#504 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 49% in state
Mineral Springs Elem. School
Elementary School · MINERAL SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 189, Mineral Springs, AR 71851
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#504 of 1,036
In Mineral Springs
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
MINERAL SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mineral Springs Elem. School
Mineral Springs Elem. School is a public elementary school in Mineral Springs, AR, part of MINERAL SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mineral Springs Elem.
School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mineral Springs Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #504 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Mineral Springs Elem. School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Mineral Springs Elem. School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mineral Springs Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Mineral Springs Elem. School — Students at Mineral Springs Elem. School score 25% proficient, which is above 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 40 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: 5.7/10.
How Mineral Springs Elem. School Compares
See how Mineral Springs 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
P O BOX 189, Mineral Springs, AR 71851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mineral Springs Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MURFREESBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Murfreesboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is NASHVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Nashville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ASHDOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Ashdown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mineral Springs, see our Mineral Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MINERAL SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Mineral Springs | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| NASHVILLE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nashville | 6.5 mi | 8.3 |
| NASHVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Nashville | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NASHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Nashville | 6.7 mi | 7.8 |
| NASHVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nashville | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Lockesburg | 14.6 mi | 6.4 |
| JOANN WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCH Dierks | 17.7 mi | 5.1 |
| DIERKS HIGH SCHOOL Dierks | 17.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ASHDOWN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ashdown | 18.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ASHDOWN HIGH SCHOOL Ashdown | 18.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MURFREESBORO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 18.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MURFREESBORO HIGH SCHOOL Murfreesboro | 18.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ASHDOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashdown | 19.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BLEVINS HIGH SCHOOL Blevins | 19.9 mi | 5.1 |
| RANDY HUGHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blevins | 19.9 mi | 4.6 |
| GARRETT MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hope | 22.0 mi | 5.0 |
| HOPE ACADEMY OF PUBLIC SERVICE Hope | 23.8 mi | 8.7 |
| SPRING HILL HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 25.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SPRING HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope | 25.4 mi | 4.0 |
| YERGER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hope | 24.3 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,250
Median Home Value
$115,200
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
1,822
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MARVIN PRIMARY SCHOOL Mulberry, AR | 6.5 |
| RIVERSIDE EAST ELEM. SCHOOL Caraway, AR | 6.5 |
| BRADLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradley, AR | 6.4 |
| HOWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 6.4 |
| ALPENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alpena, AR | 6.7 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mineral Springs Elem. School
What grades does Mineral Springs Elem. School serve?
Mineral Springs Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mineral Springs Elem. School?
Mineral Springs Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mineral Springs Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mineral Springs Elem. School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mineral Springs Elem. School rank in AR?
Mineral Springs Elem. School ranks #504 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Mineral Springs Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mineral Springs Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Mineral Springs Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mineral Springs Elem. School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mineral Springs Elem. School a charter school?
No, Mineral Springs Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mineral Springs Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Mineral Springs Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mineral Springs Elem. School?
100.0% of students at Mineral Springs 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Howard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.0%
- Phone
- (870) 287-4746
Resources & Links
District
MINERAL SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 395
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,413
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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