Serving 1,082 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,082 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Jackson Elementary School serves the western part of the Hoschton, GA school district, covering approximately 32.3 square miles, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the attendance area. The furthest edge of the zone is about 5.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Jackson Elementary School's student population of 1,082 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,082 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Jackson Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#466 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
West Jackson Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are West Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
West Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gum Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend West Jackson Elementary School?
1,082 students attend West Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Jackson Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jackson Elementary School?
West Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Jackson Elementary School offer ?
West Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Jackson Elementary School part of?
West Jackson Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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