Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Jackson Park Elementary School's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Park Elementary School is 0.68, which is less 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
#1114 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Park Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Park Elementary School is ranked #1114 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jackson Park Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles E Boger Elementary School, Landis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jackson Park Elementary School?
416 students attend Jackson Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jackson Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Park Elementary School?
Jackson Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson Park Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jackson Park Elementary School part of?
Jackson Park Elementary School is part of Kannapolis City Schools School District.
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