Serving 305 students in grades 4-8, C L Jones Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
C L Jones Middle School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
C L Jones Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C L Jones Middle School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#448 out of 901 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C L Jones Middle School's ranking?
C L Jones Middle School is ranked #448 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend C L Jones Middle School?
305 students attend C L Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of C L Jones Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C L Jones Middle School?
C L Jones Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does C L Jones Middle School offer ?
C L Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C L Jones Middle School part of?
C L Jones Middle School is part of Minden School District.
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