Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-5, S. Y. Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: S. Y. Jackson Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School's student population of 519 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
One Team, One Goal: Student Success
School Rankings
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of S. Y. Jackson Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S. Y. Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are S. Y. Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
S. Y. Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School, Hubert H Humphrey Elementary School, Double Eagle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend S. Y. Jackson Elementary School?
519 students attend S. Y. Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of S. Y. Jackson Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S. Y. Jackson Elementary School?
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does S. Y. Jackson Elementary School offer ?
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is S. Y. Jackson Elementary School part of?
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is S. Y. Jackson Elementary School located?
S. Y. Jackson Elementary School is located in the S Y Jackson neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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