Serving 331 students in grades 3-5, James T Jones Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
James T Jones Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James T Jones Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James T Jones Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1619 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James T Jones Elementary School's ranking?
James T Jones Elementary School is ranked #1619 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend James T Jones Elementary School?
331 students attend James T Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of James T Jones Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James T Jones Elementary School?
James T Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does James T Jones Elementary School offer ?
James T Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James T Jones Elementary School part of?
James T Jones Elementary School is part of Gladstone Area Schools School District.
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