Serving 1,423 students in grades 9-12, Jonesboro High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonesboro High School's student population of 1,423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jonesboro High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesboro High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1697 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
24%
18%
Black
66%
36%
White
3%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesboro High School's ranking?
Jonesboro High School is ranked #1697 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jonesboro High School often compared to?
Jonesboro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Zion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jonesboro High School?
The graduation rate of Jonesboro High School is 89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jonesboro High School?
1,423 students attend Jonesboro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jonesboro High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jonesboro High School?
Jonesboro High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jonesboro High School offer ?
Jonesboro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jonesboro High School part of?
Jonesboro High School is part of Clayton County School District.
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