Summary:
The Jones County School District in Mississippi is home to 6 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some standouts like Moselle Elementary School and Glade Elementary School consistently outperforming the district and state averages, particularly in math. In contrast, other schools like East Jones Elementary School show exceptional 3rd-grade performance but struggle in other areas.
Across the district, the elementary schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, averaging 23.9% in 2022-2023. Additionally, the schools serve predominantly economically disadvantaged populations, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 64.61% to 81.63%. Despite these challenges, the student-teacher ratios are generally favorable, ranging from 12.1 to 13.9 students per teacher.
The data reveals significant variation in academic performance among the elementary schools, suggesting that factors beyond just district-level policies and resources are impacting student outcomes. This presents opportunities for the district to foster collaboration and share best practices among the schools, with the goal of raising achievement levels more broadly and addressing equity concerns within the community.
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