Jonesborough Elementary School serves 908 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jonesborough Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
84%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jonesborough Elementary School?
908 students attend Jonesborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jonesborough Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesborough Elementary School?
Jonesborough Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jonesborough Elementary School offer ?
Jonesborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Jonesborough Elementary School part of?
Jonesborough Elementary School is part of Washington County School District.
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