Jonesboro Elementary School ranked #1083 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #1167 in 2022 but showing a decline overall from a peak rank of #270 in 2010 among Union County NJ high schools.
Math proficiency was 12% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 18%, also lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged roughly from 6–9%, remaining below the state average.
Enrollment declined from 705 students in 1999 to 509 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 98% and 77% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating ongoing socioeconomic challenges.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 5 with 509 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, consistent with trends toward slightly smaller enrollment and stable staffing levels in this suburban Alabama elementary school.
Graduation rates were not applicable as the school serves elementary grades; however, overall test scores and proficiency rates have remained in the bottom 50% statewide in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jonesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jonesboro Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Jonesboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jonesboro Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1083 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
11%
Black
68%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jonesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Jonesboro Elementary School is ranked #1083 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jonesboro Elementary School often compared to?
Jonesboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessemer City Middle School, Greenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jonesboro Elementary School?
509 students attend Jonesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jonesboro Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jonesboro Elementary School?
Jonesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jonesboro Elementary School offer ?
Jonesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonesboro Elementary School part of?
Jonesboro Elementary School is part of Bessemer City School District.
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