Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary School serves a central area in Greeley, CO, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 508 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Engage, Empower, Inspire.
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1022 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
3%
Hispanic
55%
37%
Black
6%
5%
White
17%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #1022 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
508 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Jackson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
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 Greeleyschool District No. 6 In The County Of Weld And Sta.
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