Serving 526 students in grades 6-12, Jones Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina 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 North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jones Senior High School's student population of 526 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Jones Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Senior High School is 0.67, 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
#1565 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
32%
25%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Senior High School's ranking?
Jones Senior High School is ranked #1565 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jones Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Jones Senior High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jones Senior High School?
526 students attend Jones Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jones Senior High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Senior High School?
Jones Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jones Senior High School offer ?
Jones Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jones Senior High School part of?
Jones Senior High School is part of Jones County Schools School District.
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