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Mount Zion Elementary School

Elementary School · Clayton County

2984 Mount Zion Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

3.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#2,093 of 2,268

In Jonesboro

#18 of 22

public schools

In district

#50 of 66

Clayton County

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Mount Zion Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Jonesboro · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mount Zion Primary

4.2/10

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Martha Ellen Stilwell School for the Performing Arts

9.5/10

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About Mount Zion Elementary School

Mount Zion Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jonesboro, GA, part of Clayton County. Mount Zion Elementary School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Zion Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,093 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Mount Zion Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.3% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-24.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.8 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,609
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

Mount Zion Elementary School — Students at Mount Zion Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
11%
2024
Math
17.3%
ELA
24%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Mount Zion Elementary School Compares

See how Mount Zion Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
8th percentile in GA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2984 Mount Zion Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Zion Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kay R Pace Elementary School of the Arts (rated 6.8/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CAMELOT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rex), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roberta T. Smith Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rex), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jonesboro, see our Jonesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Zion Primary Jonesboro 0.1 mi 4.2
Martha Ellen Stilwell School for the Performing Arts Jonesboro 0.8 mi 9.5
Mount Zion High School Jonesboro 1.0 mi 4.3
CAMELOT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rex 1.7 mi 6.2
Roberta T. Smith Elementary School Rex 1.8 mi 5.2
Rex Mill Middle School Rex 1.8 mi 3.7
Adamson Middle School Rex 2.4 mi 4.9
William M. McGarrah Elementary School Morrow 2.3 mi 4.8
Elite Scholars Academy School Jonesboro 2.2 mi 8.6
Forest Park Middle School Marrow 2.9 mi 2.6
Utopian Academy for the Arts High School Ellenwood 2.9 mi
Red Oak Elementary School Stockbridge 2.8 mi 3.6
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Morrow 3.0 mi 4.9
Morrow Middle School Morrow 3.0 mi 4.3
EVANGEL TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morrow 3.1 mi
James Jackson Elementary School Jonesboro 2.8 mi 3.9
M. D. Roberts Middle School Jonesboro 3.2 mi 5.3
Jonesboro High School Jonesboro 3.0 mi 3.9
Kay R Pace Elementary School of the Arts Jonesboro 3.3 mi 6.8
STOCKBRIDGE METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Stockbridge 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,867

Median Home Value

$219,700

Median Rent

$1,233/mo

Population

51,784

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Zion Elementary School

What grades does Mount Zion Elementary School serve?

Mount Zion Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Zion Elementary School?

Mount Zion Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Zion Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Zion Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mount Zion Elementary School rank in GA?

Mount Zion Elementary School ranks #2,093 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Mount Zion Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Zion Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Mount Zion Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Zion Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mount Zion Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mount Zion Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mount Zion Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mount Zion Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Zion Elementary School?

94.0% of students at Mount Zion 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clayton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

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