Serving 318 students in grades 2-3, J. L. Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. L. Jones Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Minden, LA, covering an area of approximately 228.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
J. L. Jones Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
J. L. Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. L. Jones Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#896 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
28%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. L. Jones Elementary School's ranking?
J. L. Jones Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend J. L. Jones Elementary School?
318 students attend J. L. Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of J. L. Jones Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. L. Jones Elementary School?
J. L. Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does J. L. Jones Elementary School offer ?
J. L. Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. L. Jones Elementary School part of?
J. L. Jones Elementary School is part of Webster Parish School District.
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