Serving 690 students in grades 6-8, P S Jones Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
P S Jones Middle School's student population of 690 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
P S Jones Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P S Jones Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1833 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
40%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P S Jones Middle School's ranking?
P S Jones Middle School is ranked #1833 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend P S Jones Middle School?
690 students attend P S Jones Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of P S Jones Middle School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P S Jones Middle School?
P S Jones Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does P S Jones Middle School offer ?
P S Jones Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is P S Jones Middle School part of?
P S Jones Middle School is part of Beaufort County Schools.
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