Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jones Lane Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jones Lane Elementary School's student population of 428 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Jones Lane Elementary School Rocks!
School Rankings
Jones Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Lane Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
33%
24%
Black
10%
32%
White
38%
31%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Lane Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Jones Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fields Road Elementary School, Rachel Carson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jones Lane Elementary School?
428 students attend Jones Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Jones Lane Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Lane Elementary School?
Jones Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Lane Elementary School offer ?
Jones Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jones Lane Elementary School part of?
Jones Lane Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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