Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M. A. Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M. A. Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
M. A. Jones Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
M. A. Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M. A. Jones Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1885 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
18%
Black
96%
36%
White
n/a
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. A. Jones Elementary School's ranking?
M. A. Jones Elementary School is ranked #1885 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are M. A. Jones Elementary School often compared to?
M. A. Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Kindezi School, Kipp Ways Primary Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend M. A. Jones Elementary School?
461 students attend M. A. Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of M. A. Jones Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M. A. Jones Elementary School?
M. A. Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does M. A. Jones Elementary School offer ?
M. A. Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is M. A. Jones Elementary School part of?
M. A. Jones Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is M. A. Jones Elementary School located?
M. A. Jones Elementary School is located in the Ashview Heights neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
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