Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bonneville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bonneville Elementary School serves the southern part of Fort Smith, AR, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bonneville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bonneville Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Learners and Leaders for our Future.
School Rankings
Bonneville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bonneville Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bonneville Red, Bobcat Black, Paw Print Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bonneville Elementary School's ranking?
Bonneville Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Bonneville Elementary School often compared to?
Bonneville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Euper Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Bonneville Elementary School?
287 students attend Bonneville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Bonneville Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bonneville Elementary School?
Bonneville Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bonneville Elementary School offer ?
Bonneville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bonneville Elementary School part of?
Bonneville Elementary School is part of Fort Smith School District.
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