JONES CO SCHOOL DIST

Jones Co School Dist serves 8,524 students across 11 schools in rural Jones County, Mississippi. The district experienced minimal enrollment decline of 0.2% in the most recent year, suggesting relative stability in student population.

Academically, Jones Co School Dist performs above state averages in both measured areas. Math proficiency stands at 58.9% compared to the state average of 50.1%, while reading proficiency reaches 49.2% versus the state average of 43.0%. The graduation rate of 92.2% exceeds Mississippi's state average of 88.0%. Chronic absenteeism of 25.5% represents a significant operational challenge that warrants attention.

The district serves a economically disadvantaged student population, with 69.8% of students meeting this criterion, indicating substantial need for supportive services. The student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 aligns with typical rural district configurations across the state.

Financially, Jones Co School Dist operates with per-pupil spending of $9,512, which falls below the state average of $12,810. The total budget of $81.1M is distributed through a mixed revenue structure: 53.9% from state sources, 27.8% from local revenues, and 18.3% from federal funding. This funding composition reflects reliance on state support, typical of rural Mississippi districts with limited local tax bases. The funding gap relative to state averages presents a constraint on resource availability for instructional and support services.