Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Jones Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jones Fork Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Mousie, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 352.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of about 11.9 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone is located 19.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jones Fork Elementary School's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Simply the Best
School Rankings
Jones Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Fork Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
99%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)64.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Fork Elementary School is ranked #169 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jones Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emmalena Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jones Fork Elementary School?
153 students attend Jones Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jones Fork Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Fork Elementary School?
Jones Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jones Fork Elementary School offer ?
Jones Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jones Fork Elementary School part of?
Jones Fork Elementary School is part of Knott County School District.
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