Below Average
#1935 of 2,268 schools in GA
Based on limited data
Mount Zion Primary
Elementary School · Clayton County
2920 Mount Zion Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 21 schools in Jonesboro. Learn more
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#1,935 of 2,268
In Jonesboro
#13 of 22
public schools
In district
#37 of 66
Clayton County
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Mount Zion Primary
Elementary School in Jonesboro · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mount Zion Primary
Mount Zion Primary is a public elementary school in Jonesboro, GA, part of Clayton County. Mount Zion Primary serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Zion Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,935 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- GA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Mount Zion Primary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Mount Zion Primary Compares
See how Mount Zion Primary 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
2920 Mount Zion Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Zion Primary 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 slightly higher. For more schools in Jonesboro, see our Jonesboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centennial Arts Academy Gainesville, GA | 4.2 |
| Copeland Elementary School Augusta, GA | 4.2 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Brunswick, GA | 4.2 |
| Goshen Elementary School Augusta, GA | 4.2 |
| Locust Grove Elementary School Locust Grove, GA | 4.2 |
| Macon County Elementary School Oglethorpe, GA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Zion Primary
What grades does Mount Zion Primary serve?
Mount Zion Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Mount Zion Primary?
Mount Zion Primary has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Zion Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Zion Primary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Zion Primary rank in GA?
Mount Zion Primary ranks #1,935 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Mount Zion Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Zion Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Zion Primary a charter school?
No, Mount Zion Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Zion Primary a Title I school?
No, Mount Zion Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Zion Primary?
95.7% of students at Mount Zion Primary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 582
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clayton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (770) 473-2700
Resources & Links
District
Clayton County- District Enrollment
- 50,832
- Schools in District
- 67
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,609
- District Rank
- #37 of 66
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