Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Jones Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jones Middle School's student population of 750 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jones Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
85%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Middle School's ranking?
Jones Middle School is ranked #366 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jones Middle School often compared to?
Jones Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Jones Middle School?
750 students attend Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jones Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones Middle School?
Jones Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jones Middle School offer ?
Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jones Middle School part of?
Jones Middle School is part of Upper Arlington City School District.
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