Serving 128 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jones Cove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Cove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jones Cove Elementary School's student population of 128 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones Cove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Cove Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#746 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
n/a
21%
White
90%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Cove Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Cove Elementary School is ranked #746 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jones Cove Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Cove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smoky Mountain Elementary School, Cosby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Jones Cove Elementary School?
128 students attend Jones Cove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Jones Cove Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones Cove Elementary School?
Jones Cove Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jones Cove Elementary School offer ?
Jones Cove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jones Cove Elementary School part of?
Jones Cove Elementary School is part of Sevier County School District.
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