Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary serves the northeast part of Wichita, KS, encompassing an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Jackson Elementary prepares students for future success by establishing a student-centered culture.
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (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 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1185 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #1185 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence Elementary School, Wheatland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
337 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Jackson Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
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 Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Elementary School located?
Jackson Elementary School is located in the Chisholm Creek neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
If I could rate this school negative stars I would. The whole school needs to be reevaluated.... The principal doesn't seem to care about anything. When she is actually in the school, she refuses to meet with parents, dismisses students like they are bothersome, and even refuses to have a PTA. I am not sure that the front office staff knows how to smile or be anything other than rude. Since we have started at this school, I have seen more staff leave than I can count....we are talking over 10 in one school year alone!
My children are getting a sub-par education, and they refuse to help those that are excelling. Only hold them back.
If I could I would send my children else where. Since that is currently not an option we are thinking of homeschooling until we are able to move at the end of this school year.
I really hope the district and the staff members at Jackson read this and make changes, sadly I doubt that will happen.
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