Serving 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jackson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Elementary serves the southern part of Camden, SC, covering an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#911 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
Showing 2010–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson School's ranking?
Jackson School is ranked #911 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Jackson School often compared to?
Jackson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Tree Hill Elementary School, Camden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Jackson School?
530 students attend Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jackson School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson School?
Jackson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson School offer ?
Jackson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson School part of?
Jackson School is part of Kershaw 01 School District.
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