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#685 of 1,036 schools in AR
Mountain Pine Elem. School
Elementary School · MOUNTAIN PINE SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 1, Mountain Pine, AR 71956
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#685 of 1,036
In Mountain Pine
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
MOUNTAIN PINE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Mountain Pine Elem. School
Elementary School in Mountain Pine · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountain Pine Elem. School
Mountain Pine Elem. School is a public elementary school in Mountain Pine, AR, part of MOUNTAIN PINE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Mountain Pine Elem.
School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Pine Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #685 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Pine Elem. School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mountain Pine 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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Mountain Pine Elem. School — Students at Mountain Pine Elem. School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
106.6%
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: 5.3/10.
How Mountain Pine Elem. School Compares
See how Mountain Pine 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 1, Mountain Pine, AR 71956
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Pine Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JESSIEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Jessieville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Hot Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE HAMILTON INTERM. SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Pearcy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain Pine, see our Mountain Pine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71956 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,458
Median Home Value
$60,000
Median Rent
$609/mo
Population
1,274
College Educated
2.2%
Homeownership
90.4%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville, AR | 5.7 |
| ELKINS PRIMARY SCHOOL Elkins, AR | 5.7 |
| LAVACA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lavaca, AR | 5.7 |
| LONOKE PRIMARY SCHOOL Lonoke, AR | 5.7 |
| REAGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rogers, AR | 5.7 |
| BOBBY BARRETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Ida, AR | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Pine Elem. School
What grades does Mountain Pine Elem. School serve?
Mountain Pine Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mountain Pine Elem. School?
Mountain Pine Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Pine Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Pine Elem. School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Pine Elem. School rank in AR?
Mountain Pine Elem. School ranks #685 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Mountain Pine Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Pine Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Mountain Pine Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Pine Elem. School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mountain Pine Elem. School a charter school?
No, Mountain Pine Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Pine Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Mountain Pine Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Pine Elem. School?
106.6% of students at Mountain Pine 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 106.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Garland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (501) 767-2421
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN PINE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 599
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,075
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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