Jackson Elementary School serves 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Jackson, NE, covering approximately 138.8 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 8 miles, reaching up to 18.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 116 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
23%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
116 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Jackson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Ponca School District.
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