Jones County School District

Headquartered at 5204 Highway 11 North in Ellisville, Mississippi, the Jones County School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a primary community setting characterized as rural distant within the broader Laurel area. Operating as an independent, non-charter district, it encompasses 11 operational schools that deliver a full educational spectrum ranging from pre-kindergarten through grade 13, alongside ungraded academic programming. Families, community members, and researchers looking to engage with the district can access official communications online through their website at www.jonesk12.org or by calling their main office directly at (601) 649-5201.

Across its campuses, the district serves a total student body of 8,693 learners, including 4,423 male and 4,270 female students. The student population reflects a varied demographic makeup, comprising 5,267 White, 1,714 Black, 1,269 Hispanic, 342 students of two or more races, 59 American Indian, and 42 Asian students. To foster academic growth and maintain daily operations, the district utilizes a robust staffing structure comprising approximately 2,461.74 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This dedicated workforce is grounded by 1,313.7 FTE teaching positions, 164.02 FTE instructional aides, and 984.02 FTE support staff members, ensuring comprehensive support across all learning environments.