Serving 772 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi 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% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jones Elementary School's student population of 772 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East 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 East Jones Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
16%
47%
White
69%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jones Elementary School's ranking?
East Jones Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Jones Elementary School often compared to?
East Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glade Elementary School, North Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Jones Elementary School?
772 students attend East Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Jones Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jones Elementary School?
East Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Jones Elementary School offer ?
East Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is East Jones Elementary School part of?
East Jones Elementary School is part of Jones Co School District.
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