Thomas Jefferson Elem.
School in Bentonville serves 406 students in grades K–4 with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the district average ratio of 16:1.
Math proficiency is 70–74%, significantly higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Bentonville district average of 63%, showing improvement from 65–69% in 2021.
Reading proficiency ranges from 60–64%, exceeding the state average of 40% but below the district average of 64%, with scores improving since 45–49% in 2021.
Science proficiency is 60–64%, higher than the state average of 36% and district average of 56%, demonstrating consistent growth from 50–54% in 2021.
Enrollment decreased from 538 students in 2019 to 425 in 2023, while eligibility for free/reduced lunch declined from 27% in 2019 to 20% in 2023, indicating demographic shifts in this Bentonville elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School ranks within the top 5% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is 0.32, 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
#31 out of 989 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
82%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
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 Thomas Jefferson Elem. School's ranking?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is ranked #31 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Thomas Jefferson Elem. School often compared to?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sugar Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Thomas Jefferson Elem. School?
406 students attend Thomas Jefferson Elem. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thomas Jefferson Elem. School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Jefferson Elem. School?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas Jefferson Elem. School offer ?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Jefferson Elem. School part of?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is part of Bentonville School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Jefferson Elem. School located?
Thomas Jefferson Elem. School is located in the Downtown Bentonville neighborhood of Bentonville, AR. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown Bentonville.
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