Serving 1,100 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 1,100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Jones Elementary School's student population of 1,100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Jones Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#325 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
4%
Black
18%
47%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Jones Elementary School's ranking?
South Jones Elementary School is ranked #325 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Jones Elementary School often compared to?
South Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glade Elementary School, West Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend South Jones Elementary School?
1,100 students attend South Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Jones Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Jones Elementary School?
South Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Jones Elementary School offer ?
South Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is South Jones Elementary School part of?
South Jones Elementary School is part of Jones Co School Dist School District.
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