Serving 1,068 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South 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 43% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Jones Elementary School's student population of 1,068 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
South Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Jones Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
18%
47%
White
70%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Jones Elementary School's ranking?
South Jones Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Jones Elementary School often compared to?
South Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glade Elementary School, West Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Jones Elementary School?
1,068 students attend South Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Jones Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Jones Elementary School?
South Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Jones Elementary School offer ?
South Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Jones Elementary School part of?
South Jones Elementary School is part of Jones Co School District.
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