Ira B Jones Elementary
396 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Ira B. Jones Elementary, located in the north end of Asheville, North Carolina, is a key institution within the Asheville City Schools district. Known for fostering a tight-knit and inclusive community atmosphere, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. It serves a diverse population of students and is frequently recognized for its commitment to creating a supportive, neighborhood-centered learning environment where students are encouraged to engage deeply with their community.
The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize personalized instruction and collaborative learning experiences. Beyond its core academic curriculum, Ira B. Jones offers various enrichment opportunities that reflect Asheville’s unique culture, often integrating arts, outdoor exploration, and active parental involvement into the daily experience. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and local organizations, the school strives to prepare its students not only for middle school success but to become thoughtful, contributing members of the broader Asheville community.
The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff who prioritize personalized instruction and collaborative learning experiences. Beyond its core academic curriculum, Ira B. Jones offers various enrichment opportunities that reflect Asheville’s unique culture, often integrating arts, outdoor exploration, and active parental involvement into the daily experience. By maintaining strong partnerships with families and local organizations, the school strives to prepare its students not only for middle school success but to become thoughtful, contributing members of the broader Asheville community.
396
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 239 |
| Hispanic | 16 |
| Black | 88 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 30 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 16 |
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White239 (60.4 %)
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Black88 (22.2 %)
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Two or More30 (7.6 %)
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Hispanic16 (4.0 %)
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Pacific Islander16 (4.0 %)
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Asian6 (1.5 %)
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American Indian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Asheville City Schools |
| Phone: | (828)350-6700 |
| Website: | http://www.ashevillecityschools.net/pages/Ira_B_Jones_Elementary |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 396 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 200 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
35
Kindergarten
59
Grade 1
67
Grade 2
65
Grade 3
56
Grade 4
63
Grade 5
51
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 35 |
| Kindergarten | 59 |
| Grade 1 | 67 |
| Grade 2 | 65 |
| Grade 3 | 56 |
| Grade 4 | 63 |
| Grade 5 | 51 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 185 | 46.7% |
| Male | 211 | 53.3% |
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