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Apple Glen Elementary School

Public Grades K-4
9th
SchoolDigger Rank ?
of 495 Arkansas Elementary Schools
Better than 98% of Arkansas elementary schools
Summary

Apple Glen Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Bentonville, Arkansas, serving grades KG-4 with a total enrollment of 460 students. The school is part of the Bentonville School District, which is ranked 2 out of 250 districts in Arkansas and is rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Apple Glen Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Arkansas, ranking 9th out of 495 schools in the 2024-2025 school year and maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's proficiency rates in ATLAS/English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science are significantly higher than the state and district averages, often exceeding them by 20-30 percentage points. For example, in 2024-2025, Apple Glen's proficiency rates were 65.4% in English Language Arts, 64.9% in Reading, 72.9% in Mathematics, and 67.3% in Science, compared to the state averages of 34.7%, 35.3%, 38.7%, and 38.1%, respectively.

While Apple Glen Elementary outperforms the state and district averages, it is also outperforming many of the nearby schools in the Bentonville School District and the Rogers School District. For example, in 2024-2025, Apple Glen's proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, and Science were significantly higher than those of Mary Mae Jones Elementary, Sugar Creek Elementary, and Thomas Jefferson Elementary, which are all within a 1.6-mile radius. The performance of Apple Glen Elementary is also notably stronger than that of the nearby schools in the Rogers School District, such as Reagan Elementary.

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 — 90th percentile in 2015 → 98th in 2025
Strengths
Test scores above the Arkansas average (68% vs 36% meeting standards)
Ranks in the top 2% of Arkansas elementary schools
Ranking is trending up — up 8 percentile points since 2015
Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?
This school68%
District avg61%
Arkansas avg36%
9th of 495
Arkansas public elementary schools ?
Top 2%▲ up 8 pts since 2015
From top 10% (2015) to top 2% (2025)
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SchoolDigger rating ?
4th of 13Elementary Schools in the Bentonville School District
2nd of 250Bentonville 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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All Students

YearAvg scoreStatewide rankArkansas percentileRating
202597.09 of 49598.2%★★★★★
202497.19 of 49798.2%★★★★★
202394.413 of 49297.4%★★★★★
202287.239 of 48792.0%★★★★★
202192.223 of 49695.4%★★★★★
201984.749 of 48890.0%★★★★★
201887.143 of 48091.0%★★★★★
201776.889 of 48581.6%★★★★☆
201680.161 of 49487.7%★★★★☆
201584.645 of 46690.3%★★★★★
201478.866 of 47186.0%★★★★☆
201371.2124 of 47673.9%★★★★☆
201263.0195 of 46858.3%★★★☆☆
201175.298 of 47179.2%★★★★☆
201079.759 of 45787.1%★★★★☆
200981.948 of 44589.2%★★★★☆
200888.718 of 43995.9%★★★★★
200784.037 of 44091.6%★★★★★
200676.581 of 40279.9%★★★★☆
200569.5111 of 41173.0%★★★★☆
By subject vs Arkansas (2024-2025) ?
Mathematics73%+34 vs state
Science67%+29 vs state
English Language Arts65%+31 vs state
Reading65%+30 vs state

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by a parent
Friday, March 21, 2025

Open Quote 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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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

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

Yes! Apple Glen Elementary School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 9th of 495 Arkansas elementary schools.

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


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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