Theodore Jones Elem.
School in Conway, AR serves 485 students in grades K–4 with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, which is higher than the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is 45–49%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% but slightly below the district average of 47%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 40–44%, approximately equal to the state average of 40%, yet below the district average of 49%.
Science proficiency is 25–29%, which is lower than the state average of 36% and district average of 42%.
The school's overall rank improved from #620 in 2021 to #313 in 2023, showing a positive trend in statewide performance.
Minority enrollment is 65%, with no significant recent shifts in total enrollment, which increased slightly from 447 in 2022 to 486 in 2023.
Eligibility for free lunch rose from 54% in 2022 to 55% in 2023, maintaining a high proportion of students qualifying for subsidized meals.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Theodore Jones Elementary School serves the northeast part of Conway, AR, covering an area of approximately 29.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Theodore Jones Elementary School's student population of 491 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Theodore Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore Jones Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#313 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Theodore Jones Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Theodore Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Theodore Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier Springhill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Theodore Jones Elementary School?
491 students attend Theodore Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Theodore Jones Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Jones Elementary School?
Theodore Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Theodore Jones Elementary School offer ?
Theodore Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Theodore Jones Elementary School part of?
Theodore Jones Elementary School is part of Conway School District.
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