Excellent
#168 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 6% in state
Jones Dairy Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
1100 Jones Dairy Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#168 of 2,648
In Wake Forest
#3 of 14
public schools
In district
#32 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Jones Dairy Elementary
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About Jones Dairy Elementary
Jones Dairy Elementary is a public elementary school in Wake Forest, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Jones Dairy Elementary serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jones Dairy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Jones Dairy Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Jones Dairy Elementary — Students at Jones Dairy Elementary score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.4/10.
How Jones Dairy Elementary Compares
See how Jones Dairy Elementary 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
1100 Jones Dairy Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jones Dairy Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Envision Science Academy (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Richland Creek Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Heritage Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Academy Wake Forest | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Sanford Creek Elementary Rolesville | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| TRUE LIGHT SHINES ACADEMY Wake Forest | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy Wake Forest | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| THALES ACADEMY Rolesville | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Rolesville Elementary Rolesville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Envision Science Academy Wake Forest | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Rolesville Middle Rolesville | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Heritage Middle Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage High Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Heritage Elementary Wake Forest | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Rolesville Charter Academy Rolesville | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Rolesville High Rolesville | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Wake Forest High School Wake Forest | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Wake Forest Middle School Wake Forest | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Richland Creek Elementary Wake Forest | 4.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Youngsville Elementary Youngsville | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,607
Median Home Value
$452,400
Median Rent
$1,415/mo
Population
81,902
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert H Bangert Elementary New Bern, NC | 8.7 |
| Bath Elementary Bath, NC | 8.7 |
| Carolina Beach Elementary Carolina Beach, NC | 8.7 |
| Easley Elementary Durham, NC | 8.7 |
| Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School Forest City, NC | 8.7 |
| G R Whitfield Grimesland, NC | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jones Dairy Elementary
What grades does Jones Dairy Elementary serve?
Jones Dairy Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jones Dairy Elementary?
Jones Dairy Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jones Dairy Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jones Dairy Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jones Dairy Elementary rank in NC?
Jones Dairy Elementary ranks #168 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Jones Dairy Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jones Dairy Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Jones Dairy Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jones Dairy Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jones Dairy Elementary a charter school?
No, Jones Dairy Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jones Dairy Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jones Dairy Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jones Dairy Elementary?
13.3% of students at Jones Dairy Elementary 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
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (919) 562-6181
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #32 of 194
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