Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Thelma Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thelma Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thelma Jones Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Thelma Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thelma Jones Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3073 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
44%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thelma Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Thelma Jones Elementary School is ranked #3073 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thelma Jones Elementary School?
431 students attend Thelma Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Thelma Jones Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thelma Jones Elementary School?
Thelma Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thelma Jones Elementary School offer ?
Thelma Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Thelma Jones Elementary School part of?
Thelma Jones Elementary School is part of Mansfield Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Thelma Jones Elementary School located?
Thelma Jones Elementary School is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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