Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joe Mathias Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 46% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe Mathias Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joe Mathias Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joe Mathias Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 997 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
60%
14%
Black
1%
19%
White
30%
59%
Hawaiian
6%
1%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Mathias Elementary School's ranking?
Joe Mathias Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Joe Mathias Elementary School often compared to?
Joe Mathias Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Hill Elementary School, Frank Tillery Elem. School, Garfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Joe Mathias Elementary School?
500 students attend Joe Mathias Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Joe Mathias Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe Mathias Elementary School?
Joe Mathias Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joe Mathias Elementary School offer ?
Joe Mathias Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Joe Mathias Elementary School part of?
Joe Mathias Elementary School is part of Rogers School District.
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