Serving 1,491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 1,491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#560 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
37%
18%
Black
29%
36%
White
13%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #560 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
1,491 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Jackson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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