Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jones Elementary School serves a central area in Springdale, AR, covering approximately 1 square mile. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most homes within the zone, with the furthest edge located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jones Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#812 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
61%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
12%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
24%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Elementary School is ranked #812 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parson Hills Elementary School, Bernice Young Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Jones Elementary School?
464 students attend Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Jones Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Hawaiian, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Elementary School?
Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Elementary School offer ?
Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jones Elementary School part of?
Jones Elementary School is part of Springdale School District.
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