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#16 of 89 private schools in AR

Top 17% of private schools

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School

Elementary School

818 W CROSS ST, Benton, AR 72015

Private

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Benton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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About Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School is a private elementary school in Benton, AR. Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 89 private schools in AR.

How it compares1.1 pts above AR schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 61 students, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Benton, AR

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
16.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
555
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 37.7% vs 0%
Black 4.9% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School Benton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School (this school) 7.3
RINGGOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.7
CALDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.0
BENTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 5.1
ANGIE GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.1
BENTON MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.3
PERRIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
HARMONY GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.3
HARMONY GROVE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 8.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AR.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,246
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 61
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.1%
Hispanic 37.7%
Black 4.9%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

818 W CROSS ST, Benton, AR 72015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HURRICANE CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Bryant), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PERRIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Benton, see our Benton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
RINGGOLD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton 0.6 mi 3.7
CALDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton 0.6 mi 7.0
BENTON HIGH SCHOOL Benton 1.3 mi 7.4
BENTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Benton 1.3 mi 5.1
ANGIE GRANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton 1.3 mi 3.1
BENTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Benton 1.4 mi 6.3
PERRIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton 1.7 mi 7.2
HURRICANE CREEK ELEMENTARY Bryant 3.9 mi 7.3
SALEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bryant 4.7 mi 6.9
WESTBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Benton 4.8 mi 7.5
HARMONY GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Benton 4.8 mi 7.3
HARMONY GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Benton 4.9 mi 5.1
HARMONY GROVE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Benton 4.9 mi 8.0
BAUXITE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bauxite 4.9 mi 7.2
BAUXITE HIGH SCHOOL Bauxite 4.9 mi 5.5
MINER ACADEMY Bauxite 4.9 mi
ARKANSAS CHRISTIAN AC Bryant 5.5 mi 6.4
PINE HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bauxite 5.2 mi 4.8
BETHEL MIDDLE SCHOOL Bryant 6.7 mi 7.6
BRYANT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bryant 6.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,550

Median Home Value

$169,200

Median Rent

$1,013/mo

Population

27,902

College Educated

22.3%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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School Rating
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garfield, AR 7.2
ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Russellville, AR 7.2
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FORT SMITH Fort Smith, AR 7.4
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL West Memphis, AR 7.0
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR 6.8
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School

What grades does Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School serve?

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School?

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School rank in AR?

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School ranks #16 of 89 private schools in AR.

What is Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School a religious school?

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
36% M / 64% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Saline County

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