Jackson Elementary School serves 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 120 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
120 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
99%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
120 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 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 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Ponca School District.
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