Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Jones-wheat Primary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jones-wheat Primary School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones-wheat Primary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones-wheat Primary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#814 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
18%
Black
55%
36%
White
31%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones-wheat Primary School's ranking?
Jones-wheat Primary School is ranked #814 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Jones-wheat Primary School?
685 students attend Jones-wheat Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jones-wheat Primary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones-wheat Primary School?
Jones-wheat Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones-wheat Primary School offer ?
Jones-wheat Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Jones-wheat Primary School part of?
Jones-wheat Primary School is part of Decatur County School District.
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