Serving 355 students in grades 3-5, James T Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: James T. Jones Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Gladstone, MI, encompassing approximately 93.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James T Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
James T Jones Elementary School's student population of 355 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James T Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James T Jones Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#1348 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James T Jones Elementary School's ranking?
James T Jones Elementary School is ranked #1348 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend James T Jones Elementary School?
355 students attend James T Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of James T Jones Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James T Jones Elementary School?
James T Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does James T Jones Elementary School offer ?
James T Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James T Jones Elementary School part of?
James T Jones Elementary School is part of Gladstone Area Schools.
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