Jackson Elementary School serves 203 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Attendance Zone: Jackson El Sch serves the west part of Myerstown, PA, covering an area of approximately 26.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)75-79%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)70-74%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hanover Elementary School, South Hanover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% PA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
203 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Eastern Lebanon County School District.
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