Serving 634 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Jackson Elementary School serves the eastern part of Commerce, GA, covering an area of approximately 47.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Jackson Elementary School's student population of 634 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
634 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jackson Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
East Jackson Elementary School is ranked #552 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
East Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, South Jackson Elementary School, Gum Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend East Jackson Elementary School?
634 students attend East Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of East Jackson Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Jackson Elementary School?
East Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Jackson Elementary School offer ?
East Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Jackson Elementary School part of?
East Jackson Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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