Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jackson City School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson City School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Jackson, KY, covering approximately 1.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson City School's student population of 371 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Jackson Independent School District assures exemplary schooling in a nurturing, secure environment with the academic and personal well being of our students at the heart of all we do.
School Rankings
Jackson City School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson City School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#642 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
White
98%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson City School's ranking?
Jackson City School is ranked #642 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jackson City School often compared to?
Jackson City Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sebastian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson City School?
The graduation rate of Jackson City School is 80%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Jackson City School?
371 students attend Jackson City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Jackson City School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson City School?
Jackson City School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson City School offer ?
Jackson City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson City School part of?
Jackson City School is part of Jackson Independent School District.
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