Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary School serves the eastern part of Davenport, IA, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1139 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
20%
7%
White
51%
70%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
322 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Davenport Comm School District.
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