Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jackson Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Memorial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jackson Memorial Elementary School's student population of 229 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Memorial Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Memorial Elementary School is ranked #873 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Memorial Elementary School?
229 students attend Jackson Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jackson Memorial Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Memorial Elementary School?
Jackson Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Memorial Elementary School part of?
Jackson Memorial Elementary School is part of Wythe County School District.
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