Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jonesville Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonesville Elementary School serves the southwest part of Jonesville, LA, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 273.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point being 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonesville Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Jonesville Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesville Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#841 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesville Elementary School's ranking?
Jonesville Elementary School is ranked #841 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Jonesville Elementary School?
211 students attend Jonesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jonesville Elementary School students are Black, 46% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesville Elementary School?
Jonesville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jonesville Elementary School offer ?
Jonesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonesville Elementary School part of?
Jonesville Elementary School is part of Catahoula Parish School District.
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