Serving 1,071 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Jones Elementary School's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
West Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Jones Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#351 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
18%
5%
Black
17%
47%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 West Jones Elementary School's ranking?
West Jones Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Jones Elementary School often compared to?
West Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Jones Elementary School, South Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Jones Elementary School?
1,071 students attend West Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West Jones Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Jones Elementary School?
West Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Jones Elementary School offer ?
West Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Jones Elementary School part of?
West Jones Elementary School is part of Jones Co School District.
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