Us Jones Elementary School improved its overall state ranking from #372 in 2021 to #291 in 2023, placing it in the top 30% of Alabama public schools and among the top 5% most improved schools in the state.
Math proficiency rose to 44% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, reversing previous declines since 2013; reading proficiency reached 56%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment comprised approximately 59% of the student body in 2023, with total enrollment slightly increasing from 409 students in 2022 to 443 in 2023; the percentage of students eligible for free lunch remained steady near 57%.
The school served grades 3 through 5 with 461 students and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 in recent years, consistent with previous data.
Science proficiency ranged from 45% to 49% in 2022, notably higher than the state average of 38%, showing a positive proficiency trend compared to prior years.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Us Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Us Jones Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Us Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Us Jones Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#291 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
52%
32%
White
41%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Us Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Us Jones Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Us Jones Elementary School?
461 students attend Us Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Us Jones Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Us Jones Elementary School?
Us Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Us Jones Elementary School offer ?
Us Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Us Jones Elementary School part of?
Us Jones Elementary School is part of Demopolis City School District.
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