Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-4, The International School At Mary Mae Jones ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Mae Jones Elementary School serves the southeast part of Bentonville, AR, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being 1.5 miles and the furthest edge located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The International School At Mary Mae Jones ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The International School At Mary Mae Jones's student population of 567 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire. Empower. Succeed.
School Rankings
The International School At Mary Mae Jones 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 The International School At Mary Mae Jones is 0.71, 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
#148 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
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
17:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The International School At Mary Mae Jones's ranking?
The International School At Mary Mae Jones is ranked #148 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are The International School At Mary Mae Jones often compared to?
The International School At Mary Mae Jonesis often viewed alongside schools like Apple Glen Elementary School, R.e. Baker Elementary School, Elm Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 The International School At Mary Mae Jones?
567 students attend The International School At Mary Mae Jones.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of The International School At Mary Mae Jones students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The International School At Mary Mae Jones?
The International School At Mary Mae Jones has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does The International School At Mary Mae Jones offer ?
The International School At Mary Mae Jones offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The International School At Mary Mae Jones part of?
The International School At Mary Mae Jones is part of Bentonville School District.
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