Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mary W. Jackson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary W. Jackson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary W. Jackson School's student population of 343 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Mary W. Jackson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary W. Jackson School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#910 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
60%
20%
Black
7%
1%
White
17%
71%
Hawaiian
8%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary W. Jackson School's ranking?
Mary W. Jackson School is ranked #910 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Mary W. Jackson School?
343 students attend Mary W. Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mary W. Jackson School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary W. Jackson School?
Mary W. Jackson School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mary W. Jackson School offer ?
Mary W. Jackson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mary W. Jackson School part of?
Mary W. Jackson School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary W. Jackson School located?
Mary W. Jackson School is located in the Fairpark neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT.
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