Serving 737 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 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 737 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
9%
12%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #265 out of 1,734 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
737 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% 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 17:1, which is higher than 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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