Serving 794 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East 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 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Jones Elementary School serves the northeast part of Laurel, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 105.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jones Elementary School's student population of 794 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
794 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
East Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jones Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#374 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
67%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
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 #374 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Jones Elementary School?
794 students attend East Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of East Jones Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jones Elementary School part of?
East Jones Elementary School is part of Jones County School District.
School Reviews
Review East Jones Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
