Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Heights Elementary serves the northern part of the Red Bluff, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 38.1 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the attendance zone typically takes 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 10.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Heights Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Heights Elementary School is 0.58, which is less 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
52%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 10/07/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Heights Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jackson Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bidwell Elementary School, Antelope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Heights Elementary School?
407 students attend Jackson Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jackson Heights Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Heights Elementary School?
Jackson Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jackson Heights Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jackson Heights Elementary School part of?
Jackson Heights Elementary School is part of Red Bluff Union Elementary School District.
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