Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jackson Heights School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Heights School serves the northeast area of Glens Falls, NY, covering approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Heights School's student population of 260 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Connect, Create, Belong!
School Rankings
Jackson Heights School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Heights School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2695 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2019. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Heights School's ranking?
Jackson Heights School is ranked #2695 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jackson Heights School often compared to?
Jackson Heights Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queensbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Jackson Heights School?
260 students attend Jackson Heights School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jackson Heights School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Heights School?
Jackson Heights School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jackson Heights School offer ?
Jackson Heights School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Heights School part of?
Jackson Heights School is part of Glens Falls City School District.
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