Below Average
#1969 of 2,268 schools in GA
M. A. Jones Elementary School
Elementary School · Atlanta Public Schools
1040 Fair St SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,969 of 2,268
In Atlanta
#123 of 136
public schools
In district
#78 of 86
Atlanta Public Schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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M. A. Jones Elementary School
Elementary School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About M. A. Jones Elementary School
M. A. Jones Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Atlanta Public Schools.
M. A. Jones Elementary School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
M. A. Jones Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,969 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for M. A. Jones Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at M. A. Jones Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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M. A. Jones Elementary School — Students at M. A. Jones Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How M. A. Jones Elementary School Compares
See how M. A. Jones Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1040 Fair St SW, Atlanta, GA 30314
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering M. A. Jones Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tuskegee Airman Global Academy (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KIPP Strive Primary Charter School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodson Park Academy School (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30314 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,870
Median Home Value
$210,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
23,594
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
38.1%
Median Age
29.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about M. A. Jones Elementary School
What grades does M. A. Jones Elementary School serve?
M. A. Jones Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend M. A. Jones Elementary School?
M. A. Jones Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at M. A. Jones Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at M. A. Jones Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does M. A. Jones Elementary School rank in GA?
M. A. Jones Elementary School ranks #1,969 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is M. A. Jones Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
M. A. Jones Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at M. A. Jones Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, M. A. Jones Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is M. A. Jones Elementary School a charter school?
No, M. A. Jones Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is M. A. Jones Elementary School a Title I school?
No, M. A. Jones Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for M. A. Jones Elementary School?
100.0% of students at M. A. Jones Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Fulton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.6%
- Phone
- (404) 802-3900
Resources & Links
District
Atlanta Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,660
- Schools in District
- 87
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,046
- District Rank
- #78 of 86
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