Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacksboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacksboro Elementary School's student population of 650 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jacksboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksboro Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
21%
White
95%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksboro Elementary School's ranking?
Jacksboro Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jacksboro Elementary School often compared to?
Jacksboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caryville Elementary School, Lafollette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jacksboro Elementary School?
650 students attend Jacksboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jacksboro Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jacksboro Elementary School?
Jacksboro Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jacksboro Elementary School offer ?
Jacksboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jacksboro Elementary School part of?
Jacksboro Elementary School is part of Campbell County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/3/2020
this school is amazing the teachers/students are very nice and the teaching skills are amazing
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