Serving 854 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Jones Elementary School serves the northern part of Laurel, MS, covering an area of approximately 32.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges being around 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Jones Elementary School's student population of 854 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
North Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jones Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#405 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
35%
45%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Jones Elementary School's ranking?
North Jones Elementary School is ranked #405 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are North Jones Elementary School often compared to?
North Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jones Elementary School, East Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend North Jones Elementary School?
854 students attend North Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of North Jones Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Jones Elementary School?
North Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Jones Elementary School offer ?
North Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Jones Elementary School part of?
North Jones Elementary School is part of Jones County School District.
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