Serving 749 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 749 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#264 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
13%
11%
Black
10%
12%
White
54%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #264 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun Path Elementary School, Red Oak Elementary School, Eagle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
749 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
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 Shakopee Public School District.
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