Serving 1,006 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West 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 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Jones Elementary School's student population of 1,006 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West 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 West Jones Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#259 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
4%
Black
16%
47%
White
54%
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)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jones Elementary School's ranking?
West Jones Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Jones Elementary School often compared to?
West Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Jones Elementary School, South Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend West Jones Elementary School?
1,006 students attend West Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West Jones Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Jones Elementary School?
West Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Jones Elementary School offer ?
West Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Jones Elementary School part of?
West Jones Elementary School is part of Jones Co School Dist School District.
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