Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary School serves the northeast part of Medford, OR, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#1041 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
35%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #1041 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
321 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jackson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 2% 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 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
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 Medford SD 549c School District.
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