Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George A Jackson School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George A Jackson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George A Jackson School's student population of 457 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
George A Jackson School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George A Jackson School is 0.24, 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
#258 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
87%
10%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
7%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George A Jackson School's ranking?
George A Jackson School is ranked #258 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George A Jackson School often compared to?
George A Jackson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cantiague Elementary School, Jeffrey Ratner-robert Seaman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George A Jackson School?
457 students attend George A Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of George A Jackson School students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George A Jackson School?
George A Jackson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George A Jackson School offer ?
George A Jackson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is George A Jackson School part of?
George A Jackson School is part of Jericho Union Free School District.
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