Serving 715 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Jackson Elementary School serves the southern part of Athens, GA, covering an area of approximately 56.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Jackson Elementary School's student population of 715 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
South Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Jackson Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#888 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
8%
36%
White
66%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
South Jackson Elementary School is ranked #888 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are South Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
South Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jackson Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School, East Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend South Jackson Elementary School?
715 students attend South Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of South Jackson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Jackson Elementary School?
South Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Jackson Elementary School offer ?
South Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Jackson Elementary School part of?
South Jackson Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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