Serving 305 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maynard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maynard Elementary School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maynard 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 Maynard Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#642 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
95%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
36%
9%
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 Maynard Elementary School's ranking?
Maynard Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Maynard Elementary School often compared to?
Maynard Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pocahontas Elementary School, Pocahontas Upper Elem. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Maynard Elementary School?
305 students attend Maynard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Maynard Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maynard Elementary School?
Maynard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maynard Elementary School offer ?
Maynard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Maynard Elementary School part of?
Maynard Elementary School is part of Maynard School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Holiday (Knox County Schools Closed)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day for Students (1/2 day for students); End Fourth 9-weeks Grading Period; End Second Semester
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Administrative Day (Teacher Work Day) - Last Day for Teachers
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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