Serving 124 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Fort Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Jones Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fort Jones school district, covering approximately 827.3 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 19.6 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 29.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Jones Elementary School's student population of 124 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Fort Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Jones Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
40%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
31%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Fort Jones Elementary School is ranked #2531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fort Jones Elementary School?
124 students attend Fort Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Fort Jones Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Jones Elementary School?
Fort Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fort Jones Elementary School offer ?
Fort Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Fort Jones Elementary School part of?
Fort Jones Elementary School is part of Scott Valley Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
School is fine and the teachers are great but then we come to the weak link the registered Democrat. They have as a principal joy is bell is everything you have come to expect from a Democrat lies hypocrisy dishonesty a lack of morals and of course a big smile and a position to guide the lack of integrity think I'm wrong have a look at the turnover rate of teachers.
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