For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,019 students in Jackson, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MO are East Elementary School, West Lane Elementary School and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jackson, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
455 N. Lacey Street
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Gr: PK-4 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
West Lane Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
338 N West Ln
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9565
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9565
Gr: K-4 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
North Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10730 State Hwy W
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9590
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9590
Gr: K-4 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1651 W Independence St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9543
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9543
Gr: 5-6 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Orchard Drive Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1402 Orchard Dr
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9555
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9555
Gr: K-4 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
South Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 S Hope St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9575
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9575
Gr: K-4 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
614 East Adams St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9580
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9580
Gr: K-2 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Jackson, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
444 W Jefferson
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9553
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9553
Gr: K | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MO include East Elementary School, West Lane Elementary School and North Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jackson?
7 public elementary schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Jackson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Jackson include: Orchard Drive Elementary School vs. South Elementary School, South Elementary School vs. Orchard Drive Elementary School
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