Very Good
#196 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 19% in state
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School
Elementary School · BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
810 BELLA VISTA RD, Bentonville, AR 72712
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#196 of 1,036
In Bentonville
#15 of 23
public schools
In district
#17 of 24
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Jefferson Elem. School
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About Thomas Jefferson Elem. School
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is a public elementary school in Bentonville, AR, part of BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Thomas Jefferson Elem.
School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Jefferson Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas Jefferson Elem. School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Thomas Jefferson 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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Thomas Jefferson Elem. School — Students at Thomas Jefferson Elem. School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.2%
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: 9.0/10.
How Thomas Jefferson Elem. School Compares
See how Thomas Jefferson 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
810 BELLA VISTA RD, Bentonville, AR 72712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Jefferson Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is APPLE GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMIES OF ARKANSAS BENTONVILLE (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bentonville, see our Bentonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,073
Median Home Value
$401,300
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
38,072
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
35.2
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| ALLBRITTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg, AR | 7.8 |
| COLLEGEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bryant, AR | 7.8 |
| EASTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cabot, AR | 7.8 |
| ELKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elkins, AR | 7.8 |
| JOHN P. WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 7.8 |
| MURRELL TAYLOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, AR | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Jefferson Elem. School
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elem. School serve?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elem. School?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Jefferson Elem. School rank in AR?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School ranks #196 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Thomas Jefferson Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Thomas Jefferson Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas Jefferson Elem. School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thomas Jefferson Elem. School a charter school?
No, Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Jefferson Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Jefferson Elem. School?
18.2% of students at Thomas Jefferson 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Benton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (479) 254-5860
Resources & Links
District
BENTONVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 19,137
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,377
- District Rank
- #17 of 24
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