Serving 257 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jones Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jones Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#2882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
33%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
19%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Elementary School is ranked #2882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wegeforth Elementary School, Elevate, Angier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jones Elementary School?
257 students attend Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Jones Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Elementary School?
Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jones Elementary School offer ?
Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jones Elementary School part of?
Jones Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Jones Elementary School located?
Jones Elementary School is located in the Serra Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Serra Mesa.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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