Serving 301 students in grades 9-12, Jones Futures Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Futures Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jones Futures Academy's student population of 301 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones Futures Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Futures Academy is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3169 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Futures Academy's ranking?
Jones Futures Academy is ranked #3169 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jones Futures Academy often compared to?
Jones Futures Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Carmel Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jones Futures Academy?
The graduation rate of Jones Futures Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Jones Futures Academy?
301 students attend Jones Futures Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jones Futures Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones Futures Academy?
Jones Futures Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Futures Academy offer ?
Jones Futures Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jones Futures Academy part of?
Jones Futures Academy is part of Houston ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Jones Futures Academy located?
Jones Futures Academy is located in the South Side neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 26 other public schools located in South Side.
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