Serving 683 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary serves the west part of Shakopee, MN, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles, with most families typically located within a 10-12 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.9 miles, extending up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 683 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#249 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun Path Elementary School, Red Oak Elementary School, Eagle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
683 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 11% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Shakopee Public School District.
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