Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Jackson Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
652 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Jackson Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1929 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
77%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
James Jackson Elementary School is ranked #1929 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are James Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
James Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilpatrick Elementary School, Arnold Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend James Jackson Elementary School?
652 students attend James Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of James Jackson Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Jackson Elementary School?
James Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does James Jackson Elementary School offer ?
James Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is James Jackson Elementary School part of?
James Jackson Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
School Reviews
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