G D Jones Elementary

G D Jones Elementary is a regular public school located in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving students from pre-K through fifth grade. With an enrollment of 547 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, the school provides personalized attention to help each child succeed academically and socially. The dedicated teaching staff includes 39 full-time equivalent teachers who are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment.

According to MySchoolScout ratings, G D Jones Elementary has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks at the 23rd percentile among Wisconsin schools. In terms of academic performance, students show proficiency rates of 31% in ELA/Reading and 29% in Math across all grades, indicating areas for improvement but also highlighting the school's focus on student development. G D Jones Elementary is situated in a small city setting, offering students access to community resources while maintaining the benefits of a close-knit educational environment.

The school aims to provide its diverse group of learners with the tools and support needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

While current test scores at G D Jones Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.