Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jonesburg Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonesburg Elementary serves the eastern part of the Jonesburg, MO school district, covering an area of approximately 81.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonesburg Elementary School's student population of 149 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Jonesburg Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesburg Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1746 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesburg Elementary School's ranking?
Jonesburg Elementary School is ranked #1746 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jonesburg Elementary School?
149 students attend Jonesburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jonesburg Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesburg Elementary School?
Jonesburg Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jonesburg Elementary School offer ?
Jonesburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonesburg Elementary School part of?
Jonesburg Elementary School is part of Montgomery County R-II School District.
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