Serving 208 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1293 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #1293 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambria Elementary School, Blacklick Valley El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
208 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Central Cambria School District.
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