Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sallie Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sallie Jones Elementary School serves the west part of Punta Gorda, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 30.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sallie Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sallie Jones Elementary School's student population of 634 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Sallie Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sallie Jones Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#671 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
18%
38%
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Black
10%
21%
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White
61%
34%
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Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sallie Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Sallie Jones Elementary School is ranked #671 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sallie Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Sallie Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Elementary School, Deep Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Sallie Jones Elementary School?
634 students attend Sallie Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sallie Jones Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sallie Jones Elementary School?
Sallie Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sallie Jones Elementary School offer ?
Sallie Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sallie Jones Elementary School part of?
Sallie Jones Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
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