Serving 165 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 165 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#186 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
16%
5%
Black
60%
47%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
165 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jackson Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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