Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Jackson Elementary serves the northern part of Glasgow, KY, covering an area of approximately 23 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Jackson Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jackson Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
North Jackson Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
North Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend North Jackson Elementary School?
537 students attend North Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Jackson Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Jackson Elementary School?
North Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Jackson Elementary School offer ?
North Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Jackson Elementary School part of?
North Jackson Elementary School is part of Barren County School District.
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