Jackson School serves 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
The Batavia City School District is committed to empowering students to achieve their maximum potential, while becoming socially responsible citizens.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jackson School is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)50-54%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)40-44%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
70%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Jackson School often compared to?
Jackson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Kennedy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Jackson School?
397 students attend Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jackson School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson School?
Jackson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jackson School offer ?
Jackson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson School part of?
Jackson School is part of Batavia City School District.
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