Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mary W. Jackson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary W. Jackson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary W. Jackson School's student population of 388 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary W. Jackson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary W. Jackson School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#930 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
61%
20%
Black
7%
1%
White
19%
71%
Hawaiian
5%
2%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary W. Jackson School's ranking?
Mary W. Jackson School is ranked #930 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Mary W. Jackson School?
388 students attend Mary W. Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mary W. Jackson School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary W. Jackson School?
Mary W. Jackson School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mary W. Jackson School offer ?
Mary W. Jackson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mary W. Jackson School part of?
Mary W. Jackson School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary W. Jackson School located?
Mary W. Jackson School is located in the Fairpark neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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