HUGH R JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.uticacsd.org

371 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Hugh R. Jones Elementary School, located at 2630 Remington Road in Utica, New York, is a key component of the Utica City School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience that prepares children for success in their middle school years and beyond. The institution emphasizes core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive environment aimed at meeting the unique educational and social needs of its elementary-aged learners.

As part of the broader Utica City School District, the school benefits from district-wide resources and initiatives designed to improve student outcomes and community engagement. By maintaining a clear connection to the district's goals, Hugh R. Jones Elementary strives to create a structured yet inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. For those seeking specific information regarding school policies, calendars, or educational programs, the district’s official website at [www.uticacsd.org](http://www.uticacsd.org) serves as the primary resource for families and community members.

371

Total Students

35.9

Full-Time Teachers

10.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

60.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HUGH R JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	160
Hispanic	78
Black	65
Asian	31
Two or More	35
American Indian	2

White
160 (43.1%)
Hispanic
78 (21.0%)
Black
65 (17.5%)
Two or More
35 (9.4%)
Asian
31 (8.4%)
American Indian
2 (0.5%)

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:	UTICA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(315)368-6740
Website:	http://www.uticacsd.org
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	371
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	222
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	2

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 38

Grade 1 47

Grade 2 57

Grade 3 48

Grade 4 52

Grade 5 70

Grade 6 53

Ungraded 6