Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Jones Elementary School's student population of 770 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jones Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
15%
47%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jones Elementary School's ranking?
East Jones Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Jones Elementary School often compared to?
East Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glade Elementary School, North Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend East Jones Elementary School?
770 students attend East Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of East Jones Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jones Elementary School?
East Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Jones Elementary School offer ?
East Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is East Jones Elementary School part of?
East Jones Elementary School is part of Jones Co School Dist School District.
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