Below Average
#877 of 1,036 schools in AR
Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School
Elementary School · CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
2001 FLORENCE MATTISON DR, Conway, AR 72032
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
390
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#877 of 1,036
In Conway
#13 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School
Elementary School in Conway · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School
Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School is a public elementary school in Conway, AR, part of CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Preston & Florence Mattison Elem.
School serves approximately 390 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #877 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School — Students at Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School score 39% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 3.3/10.
How Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School Compares
See how Preston & Florence Mattison 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
2001 FLORENCE MATTISON DR, Conway, AR 72032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENBRIER SPRINGHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Greenbrier), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Conway, see our Conway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAY/PHYLLIS SIMON MIDDLE SCHOO Conway | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BOB COURTWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CONWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Conway | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| THEODORE JONES ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Conway | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| COMPASS ACADEMY Conway | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SALLIE CONE PRESCHOOL Conway | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CONWAY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Conway | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| IDA BURNS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOL Conway | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| ELLEN SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 4.0 mi | 3.2 |
| CARL STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MARGUERITE VANN ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 4.1 mi | 3.4 |
| JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL Conway | 4.7 mi | 7.4 |
| GREENBRIER SPRINGHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenbrier | 6.4 mi | 8.1 |
| JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway | 5.7 mi | 4.6 |
| CAROLYN LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOO Conway | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| VILONIA PRIMARY SCHOOL Vilonia | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| RUTH DOYLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Conway | 6.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,452
Median Home Value
$183,200
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
35,120
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
61.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARLISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carlisle, AR | 4.6 |
| CARROLL SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOO Osceola, AR | 4.6 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Texarkana, AR | 4.6 |
| IDA BURNS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway, AR | 4.6 |
| JIM STONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Conway, AR | 4.6 |
| CABE ELEMENTARY Gurdon, AR | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School
What grades does Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School serve?
Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School?
Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 390 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. 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 Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School rank in AR?
Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School ranks #877 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School a charter school?
No, Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Preston & Florence Mattison Elem. School?
78.5% of students at Preston & Florence Mattison 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 390
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Faulkner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (501) 450-4820
Resources & Links
District
CONWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,174
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,689
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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