Jackson Elementary School

811 N 400 E
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5% in IN
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

Jackson Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#58 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
80-84%
38%
60-64%
41%
65-69%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.25
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Charter School, Brummitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
326 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 11% 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 Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Duneland School Corporation School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 326 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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