Serving 1,560 students in grades 9-12, Jones County High 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 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jones County High School's student population of 1,560 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
School Rankings
Jones County High 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 Jones County High School is 0.51, 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
#1132 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
29%
36%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones County High School's ranking?
Jones County High School is ranked #1132 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jones County High School often compared to?
Jones County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin High School, Wilkinson County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jones County High School?
The graduation rate of Jones County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jones County High School?
1,560 students attend Jones County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jones County High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jones County High School?
Jones County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones County High School offer ?
Jones County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jones County High School part of?
Jones County High School is part of Jones County School District.
School Reviews
5 2/24/2020
I went to Jones County High School for four years, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. The teachers really care about the students, and most teachers know their subject material well. Overall, Jones County High school was a great place to learn and to make friends, and it certainly prepared me for college as well.
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