Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Matthews 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matthews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Matthews Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Matthews Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthews Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#980 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
91%
19%
White
5%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matthews Elementary School's ranking?
Matthews Elementary School is ranked #980 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Matthews Elementary School?
389 students attend Matthews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Matthews Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthews Elementary School?
Matthews Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matthews Elementary School offer ?
Matthews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matthews Elementary School part of?
Matthews Elementary School is part of Pine Bluff School District.
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