Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Thelma Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Thelma Jones Elementary serves the northeast part of Arlington, TX, covering approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thelma Jones Elementary School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It's All About Kids!
School Rankings
Thelma Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thelma Jones Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
48%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy, Gold, White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thelma Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Thelma Jones Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thelma Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Thelma Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A M Pate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thelma Jones Elementary School?
423 students attend Thelma Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Thelma Jones Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thelma Jones Elementary School?
Thelma Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thelma Jones Elementary School offer ?
Thelma Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Thelma Jones Elementary School part of?
Thelma Jones Elementary School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Thelma Jones Elementary School located?
Thelma Jones Elementary School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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