Serving 348 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 39%). 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary School serves the southeast part of Valparaiso, IN, covering an area of approximately 31.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.8 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 348 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#58 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
White
84%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.1%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 1,743 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 39% 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?
348 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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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