Needs Improvement
#1727 of 1,786 schools in TN
Jones Elementary
Elementary School · Davidson County
1800 9th AVE, Nashville, TN 37208
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,727 of 1,786
In Nashville
#109 of 118
public schools
In district
#144 of 154
Davidson County
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Jones Elementary
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About Jones Elementary
Jones Elementary is a public elementary school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Jones Elementary serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,727 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Jones Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.6
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Jones Elementary 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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Jones Elementary — Students at Jones Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from TN 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 Jones Elementary Compares
See how Jones 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
1800 9th AVE, Nashville, TN 37208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jones Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shwab Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PIUS X CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Murrell at Glenn School (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Early Middle Nashville | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Hull-Jackson Elementary Nashville | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Robert Churchwell Elementary Nashville | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Purpose Prep Nashville | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr School Nashville | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Pearl-Cohn High Nashville | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| F H JENKINS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Nashville | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Head Middle Nashville | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| SCHRADER LANE CHILD CARE CENTER Nashville | 1.4 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE - MIDTOWN Nashville | 1.7 mi | — |
| BORN AGAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Nashville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Haynes Middle Nashville | 1.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Hume - Fogg High Nashville | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Ida B. Wells Elementary Nashville | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Ivanetta H. Davis Learning Center at Bordeaux Nashville | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Shwab Elementary Nashville | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| KIPP Nashville Collegiate High School Nashville | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Murrell at Glenn School Nashville | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP Academy Nashville Nashville | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PIUS X CLASSICAL ACADEMY Nashville | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 37208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,682
Median Home Value
$417,200
Median Rent
$1,527/mo
Population
20,204
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis, TN | 3.3 |
| Georgian Hills Elementary Memphis, TN | 3.5 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Nashville, TN | 3.6 |
| Rural Vale Elementary Tellico Plains, TN | 3.6 |
| A H Roberts Elementary Livingston, TN | 2.9 |
| T Lawson Early Childhood Education Center Sevierville, TN | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jones Elementary
What grades does Jones Elementary serve?
Jones Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jones Elementary?
Jones Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jones Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jones Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jones Elementary rank in TN?
Jones Elementary ranks #1,727 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Jones Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jones Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jones Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Jones Elementary a charter school?
No, Jones Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jones Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jones Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (615) 291-6382
Resources & Links
District
Davidson County- District Enrollment
- 80,468
- Schools in District
- 162
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,808
- District Rank
- #144 of 154
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