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Apple Glen Elementary School

Public Grades K-4

3^rd

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 491 Arkansas Elementary Schools

Better than 99% of Arkansas elementary schools

Summary

Apple Glen Elementary School in Bentonville, AR, is a K-4 school serving 497 students within the highly-ranked Bentonville School District. This school has achieved an impressive #3 ranking in Arkansas for the 2025-2026 school year, a remarkable climb from 89th place a decade ago, and has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for eight consecutive years.

Apple Glen stands out for its exceptional academic performance across all subjects and grade levels. In the most recent school year, it achieved the highest proficiency rates among all nearby schools in English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science. Mathematics is a particular strength, with 83% of students proficient—nearly 39 percentage points above the state average. The school also shows strong growth, with 4th-grade scores improving over 3rd-grade scores in every subject, unlike some neighboring schools where performance dips. While other top schools like Elm Tree Elementary (#8) and Thomas Jefferson Elementary (#19) are also excellent, Apple Glen's consistent upward trajectory and broad academic excellence make it the clear leader in the area.

What makes Apple Glen's success even more notable is its efficiency. It achieves top-tier results with a per-student spending of $11,713, which is significantly lower than several nearby schools that have lower rankings, such as Thomas Jefferson ($18,166) and Sugar Creek Elementary ($17,590). This suggests that the school's success is driven by factors like teaching quality and school culture rather than just financial resources. While the school serves a relatively affluent student body, it outperforms schools with similar demographics, indicating it adds significant academic value. This sustained improvement over the past decade is a powerful testament to the school's leadership and strategic focus on academic excellence.

497

Students ?

18.3

Student/teacher ratio ?

$11,713

Per pupil spending ?

19.5%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1801 NE Brave Lane
Bentonville, AR 72712

(479) 254-5580

District: Bentonville School District

Students who attend Apple Glen Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Ruth Barker Middle School
	Washington Junior High School
High:	Bentonville High School

Racial breakdown:

White:

70.8%

Hispanic:

15.3%

Two or more races:

6.2%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 88th percentile in 2016 → 99th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Arkansas average (76% vs 42% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 1% of Arkansas elementary schools

✓Ranking is trending up — up 11 percentile points since 2016

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school76%

District avg66%

Arkansas avg42%

3^rd of 491

Arkansas public elementary schools ?

Top 1%▲ up 12 pts since 2016

From top 12% (2016) to top 1% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

2^nd of 13Elementary Schools in the Bentonville School District

7^th of 251Bentonville School District among Arkansas districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Arkansas percentile	Rating
2026	97.7	3 of 491	99.4%	★★★★★
2025	97.0	9 of 495	98.2%	★★★★★
2024	97.1	9 of 497	98.2%	★★★★★
2023	94.4	13 of 492	97.4%	★★★★★
2022	87.2	39 of 487	92.0%	★★★★★
2021	92.2	23 of 496	95.4%	★★★★★
2019	84.7	49 of 488	90.0%	★★★★★
2018	87.1	43 of 480	91.0%	★★★★★
2017	76.8	89 of 485	81.6%	★★★★☆
2016	80.1	61 of 494	87.7%	★★★★☆
2015	84.6	45 of 466	90.3%	★★★★★
2014	78.8	66 of 471	86.0%	★★★★☆
2013	71.2	124 of 476	73.9%	★★★★☆
2012	63.0	195 of 468	58.3%	★★★☆☆
2011	75.2	98 of 471	79.2%	★★★★☆
2010	79.7	59 of 457	87.1%	★★★★☆
2009	81.9	48 of 445	89.2%	★★★★☆
2008	88.7	18 of 439	95.9%	★★★★★
2007	84.0	37 of 440	91.6%	★★★★★
2006	76.5	81 of 402	79.9%	★★★★☆
2005	69.5	111 of 411	73.0%	★★★★☆

By subject vs Arkansas (2025-2026) ?

Mathematics83%+39 vs state

Science76%+32 vs state

English Language Arts74%+35 vs state

Reading70%+30 vs state

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by a parent
Friday, March 21, 2025

This is a more critical review of Apple Glen Elementary based on my family’s experience.

First and foremost, it’s important to acknowledge the incredible teachers and the majority of the staff at Apple Glen. They are phenomenal educators, dedicated to nurturing and inspiring their students. Even the less tenured teachers are clearly striving to do right by their students, working diligently to grow into their roles. However, their efforts are often undercut by a concerning lack of integrity and accountability from the principal.

Leadership sets the tone for any school, and unfortunately, the principal at Apple Glen has consistently demonstrated an unwillingness to take responsibility or act with transparency. Rather than supporting staff and addressing issues in a constructive manner, challenges are often met with deflection and avoidance. This not only stifles teacher growth but also diminishes the trust and confidence that parents should be able to have in school leadership.

When concerns are brought forward by families, they are frequently dismissed or downplayed. Honest conversations are met with defensiveness rather than a willingness to listen and engage in meaningful dialogue. This disregard for accountability sends a damaging message to both students and staff — that genuine concerns are not worth addressing and that those in positions of authority are beyond reproach.

The dedicated educators at Apple Glen deserve better. They work tirelessly to create positive learning environments despite the lack of support from their leadership. Without principled and transparent leadership, even the most passionate teachers are left without the necessary resources and guidance to thrive.

It is my hope that the district takes a hard look at the leadership issues at Apple Glen. Positive change is only possible when integrity and accountability are held as non-negotiable values. Until then, families should be aware of the challenges they may face when navigating concerns at this school.

Apple Glen has the potential to be an outstanding institution, but it will take responsible and courageous leadership to get there. Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				ATLAS English Language Arts (2026)							ATLAS Reading (2026)							ATLAS Mathematics (2026)						ATLAS Algebra (2026)		ATLAS Science (2026)							Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	ATLAS English Language Arts 3rd Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 4th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 5th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 6th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 7th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts 8th Grade	ATLAS English Language Arts All Grades	ATLAS Reading 3rd Grade	ATLAS Reading 4th Grade	ATLAS Reading 5th Grade	ATLAS Reading 6th Grade	ATLAS Reading 7th Grade	ATLAS Reading 8th Grade	ATLAS Reading All Grades	ATLAS Mathematics 3rd Grade	ATLAS Mathematics 4th Grade	ATLAS Mathematics 5th Grade	ATLAS Mathematics 6th Grade	ATLAS Mathematics 7th Grade	ATLAS Mathematics All Grades	ATLAS Algebra 7th Grade	ATLAS Algebra All Grades	ATLAS Science 3rd Grade	ATLAS Science 4th Grade	ATLAS Science 5th Grade	ATLAS Science 6th Grade	ATLAS Science 7th Grade	ATLAS Science 8th Grade	ATLAS Science All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Apple Glen Elementary School	Public	K-4	1801 NE Brave Lane	Bentonville	72712	Benton County	Bentonville School District	No	No	No	No	(479) 254-5580	497	27	18.3	19.5%	352 (70.8%)	15 (3.0%)	76 (15.3%)	12 (2.4%)	8 (1.6%)	3 (0.6%)	31 (6.2%)	97.7	3^rd of 491 public elementary schools	99.4%		97	9^th of 495 public elementary schools	98.2%	6	71.7	76.8					74.4	68.7	71.4					70.2	80.8	84.8				83.0			73.7	78.6					76.3	$11,713	$158	$11,555
R.E. Baker Elementary School	Public	K-4	301 NW 3rd Street	Bentonville	72712	Benton County	Bentonville School District	No	No	No	Yes	(479) 254-5720	309	18	16.7	38.2%	178 (57.6%)	7 (2.3%)	74 (23.9%)	28 (9.1%)	3 (1.0%)	4 (1.3%)	15 (4.9%)	83.4	63^rd of 491 public elementary schools	87.2%		89.8	38^th of 495 public elementary schools	92.3%	25	52.2	64.3					58.2	54.9	58.6					56.7	53.5	75.7				64.5			55.0	61.4					58.2	$14,602	$1,241	$13,361
The International School At Mary Mae Jones	Public	K-4	500 SE 14th Street	Bentonville	72712	Benton County	Bentonville School District	No	No	No	Yes	(479) 254-5930	567	33	17.1	42.5%	262 (46.2%)	32 (5.6%)	136 (24.0%)	60 (10.6%)	12 (2.1%)	13 (2.3%)	52 (9.2%)	76.3	107^th of 491 public elementary schools	78.2%		89.8	35^th of 495 public elementary schools	92.9%	72	48.4	56.4					52.5	50.8	52.7					51.7	52.4	58.6				55.6			51.6	62.4					57.2	$13,389	$934	$12,455
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School	Public	K-4	810 Bella Vista Road	Bentonville	72712	Benton County	Bentonville School District	No	No	No	No	(479) 254-5860	404	25	16.1	16.6%	315 (78.0%)	9 (2.2%)	32 (7.9%)	3 (0.7%)	11 (2.7%)	1 (0.2%)	33 (8.2%)	93	19^th of 491 public elementary schools	96.1%		88.6	44^th of 495 public elementary schools	91.1%	25	70.1	59.0					65.2	64.9	56.5					61.1	79.3	66.7				73.7			77.4	66.6					72.5	$18,166	$1,620	$16,546
Sugar Creek Elementary School	Public	K-4	1102 Bella Vista Road	Bentonville	72712	Benton County	Bentonville School District	No	No	No	No	(479) 254-5790	381	25	15.2	18.6%	300 (78.7%)	6 (1.6%)	38 (10.0%)	7 (1.8%)	7 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (6.0%)	83.4	62^nd of 491 public elementary schools	87.4%		93.5	22^nd of 495 public elementary schools	95.6%	40	64.9	53.1					58.5	67.0	50.4					58.0	69.1	54.0				61.0			64.9	54.9					59.5	$17,590	$350	$17,240
Founders Classical Academies Of Arkansas Bentonville	Public, Charter	K-8	1302 Melissa Dr Ste 100	Rogers	72712	Benton County	Founders Classical Academies Of Arkansas	Yes	No	No	Yes	(479) 715-6676	787	45	17.4	7.0%	284 (36.1%)	28 (3.6%)	59 (7.5%)	360 (45.7%)	9 (1.1%)	6 (0.8%)	41 (5.2%)	97.1	6^th of 491 public elementary schools	98.8%		95.6	14^th of 495 public elementary schools	97.2%	8	75.9	66.0	82.3	67.4	60.0	56.3	71.6	75.9	62.9	79.2	64.0	63.3	56.3	69.8	83.0	76.3	81.3	76.7	31.6	76.7	81.9	84.7	77.7	69.1	77.1	65.1	66.7	68.8	72.1
Reagan Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	3904 W Olive St	Rogers	72756	Benton County	Rogers School District	No	No	No	Yes	(479) 631-3680	404	26	15.3	58.4%	174 (43.1%)	5 (1.2%)	176 (43.6%)	10 (2.5%)	3 (0.7%)	4 (1.0%)	32 (7.9%)	59.4	201^st of 491 public elementary schools	59.1%		65.1	163^rd of 495 public elementary schools	67.1%	38	31.4	55.7	50.0				46.1	35.8	54.4	50.0				47.0	42.8	50.6	38.2			44.2			38.6	50.7	44.2				44.7	$11,579	$1,056	$10,524
Joe Mathias Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1609 N 24th St	Rogers	72756	Benton County	Rogers School District	No	No	No	Yes	(479) 631-3530	478	28	16.9	72.2%	112 (23.4%)	3 (0.6%)	313 (65.5%)	6 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	31 (6.5%)	13 (2.7%)	53.9	235^th of 491 public elementary schools	52.1%		65.6	160^th of 495 public elementary schools	67.7%	75	29.6	49.3	47.1				41.3	30.8	52.2	50.0				43.5	36.3	57.5	49.2			47.0			38.8	47.0	36.2				40.5	$12,044	$1,008	$11,036
Lisa Academy Rogers-Bentonville Elementary School	Public, Charter	K-5	590 S. Horsebarn Rd.	Rogers	72758	Benton County	Lisa Academy	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(479) 717-6464	393	19	20.2	44.3%	140 (35.6%)	32 (8.1%)	126 (32.1%)	60 (15.3%)	5 (1.3%)	1 (0.3%)	29 (7.4%)	85.3	51^st of 491 public elementary schools	89.6%		89.8	36^th of 495 public elementary schools	92.7%	15	59.3	56.4	52.0				56.2	66.1	56.4	56.9				59.9	44.0	62.9	60.8			55.8			64.4	69.3	68.7				67.5
Elm Tree Elementary School	Public	K-4	101 NW Elm Tree Lane	Bentonville	72712	Benton County	Bentonville School District	No	No	No	No	(479) 254-5650	583	29	20.0	14.9%	445 (76.3%)	22 (3.8%)	67 (11.5%)	20 (3.4%)	4 (0.7%)	4 (0.7%)	21 (3.6%)	97	8^th of 491 public elementary schools	98.4%		97.6	7^th of 495 public elementary schools	98.6%	1	70.1	71.0					70.6	68.0	70.3					69.4	78.3	81.1				80.0			72.2	75.4					74.1	$10,419	$348	$10,071

Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Glen Elementary School

What schools do graduates of Apple Glen Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Apple Glen Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Ruth Barker Middle School
Middle : Washington Junior High School
High : Bentonville High School

What is the racial makeup of Apple Glen Elementary School?

Students at Apple Glen Elementary School are 71% White, 15% Hispanic, 6% Two or more races, 3% African American, 2% Asian, 2% American Indian.

How many students attend Apple Glen Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 497 students attended Apple Glen Elementary School.

What district is Apple Glen Elementary School in?

Bentonville School District

Is Apple Glen Elementary School a good school?

Yes! Apple Glen Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 3^rd of 491 Arkansas elementary schools.

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