Serving 1,430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 54% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lawrenceville, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 1,430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Believing. Achieving. Leading. Exceeding.
School Rankings
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 Jackson Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#547 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
17%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #547 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parsons Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
1,430 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jackson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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