Bentonville School District operates 22 schools (grades KG–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Bentonville School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 18,674 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 24 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,617/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentonville School District (this district) | 10/10 | 99th | 18,674 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools | 10/10 | 94th | 12,000 |
| Rogers School District | 9/10 | 83rd | 14,000 |
| Little Rock School District | 2/10 | 20th | 22,000 |
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Ranked against 219 rated districts in AR → 99th percentile → 10/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- CENTERTON GAMBLE ELEMENTARY — Grades K–4 · 725 students
- EVENING STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 716 students
- WILLOWBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 671 students
- VAUGHN ELEMENTARY — Grades K–4 · 647 students
- COOPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 628 students
- CENTRAL PARK AT MORNING STAR — Grades K–4 · 604 students
- ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 583 students
- THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MARY MAE JONES — Grades K–4 · 567 students
- OSAGE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 551 students
- APPLE GLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 497 students
- THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 404 students
- SUGAR CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 381 students
- R.E. BAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — Grades K–4 · 309 students
- GRIMSLEY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 846 students
- LINCOLN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 723 students
- J. WILLIAM FULBRIGHT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 718 students
- WASHINGTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 7–8 · 709 students
- BRIGHT FIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 5–6 · 697 students
- CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 5–6 · 635 students
- OLD HIGH MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 5–6 · 618 students
- ARDIS ANN MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 5–6 · 576 students
- RUTH BARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL — Grades 5–6 · 530 students
- BENTONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 3,579 students
- BENTONVILLE WEST HIGH SCHOOL — Grades 9–12 · 2,661 students
About Bentonville School District
Bentonville School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 72712 in Bentonville, Arkansas. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 72712. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Bentonville School District spent $10,617 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 8% below Arkansas’s statewide $11,500 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Bentonville School District is a large district with 22 schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 18,674 students in total. Large districts typically provide broad program variety: multiple course tracks at the high school level, dedicated arts and athletic programs, specialized learning pathways, and a wider range of student support services. Individual school quality within a large district can vary considerably — always research your specific assigned school, not just district-level averages.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Bentonville School District 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Arkansas public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Arkansas is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Bentonville School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Arkansas on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 72712 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 72712
Children in zip code 72712 are assigned to Bentonville School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 72712, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Bentonville School District at (479)254-5000 or visit www.bentonville.k12.ar.us. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Arkansas districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Bentonville
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Bentonville School District serves zip code 72712, homes in and around zip code 72712 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Arkansas, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Bentonville School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 72712.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Bentonville School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 72712 data.