Jones Middle School

3575 Ridge Rd
Buford, GA 30519
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 1,744 students in grades 6-8, Jones Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,744 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Top 20% in GA
  • : 61% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 48% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

Jones Middle School's student population of 1,744 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Jones Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#233 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
61%
37%
62%
40%
(20-21)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.78
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jones Middle School's ranking?
Jones Middle School is ranked #233 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jones Middle School often compared to?
Jones Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dacula Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jones Middle School?
1,744 students attend Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Jones Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones Middle School?
Jones Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Middle School offer ?
Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jones Middle School part of?
Jones Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,744 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 61% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • : 48% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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