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.
369
Total Students
27.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ira B Jones Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White199
Hispanic31
Black97
Asian5
Two or More24
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    199 (53.9%)
  • Black
    97 (26.3%)
  • Hispanic
    31 (8.4%)
  • Two or More
    24 (6.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (3.5%)
  • Asian
    5 (1.4%)
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/Domain/478
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 369
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 200
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 34
Kindergarten 53
Grade 1 60
Grade 2 52
Grade 3 66
Grade 4 59
Grade 5 45

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ira B Jones Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten34
Kindergarten53
Grade 160
Grade 252
Grade 366
Grade 459
Grade 545
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ira B Jones Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17346.9%
Male19653.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)