For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 350 students in Jackson, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Jackson, MN is Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jackson, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
820 Park St
Jackson, MN 56143
(507) 847-5963
Jackson, MN 56143
(507) 847-5963
Gr: PK-3 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Jackson, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Southwest Alc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
407 5th St.
Jackson, MN 56143
(507) 847-4597
Jackson, MN 56143
(507) 847-4597
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MN include Riverside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jackson?
1 public elementary schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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