Serving 1,206 students in grades 6-8, Jones Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jones Middle School's student population of 1,206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
Jones Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7162 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
48%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Middle School's ranking?
Jones Middle School is ranked #7162 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jones Middle School?
1,206 students attend Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Jones Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Middle School?
Jones Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Middle School offer ?
Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jones Middle School part of?
Jones Middle School is part of Aldine Independent School District.
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