Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Township Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Township Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Township Elementary School's student population of 237 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Township Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Township Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#148 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
92%
62%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eel
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Township Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Township Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jackson Township Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Township Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Staunton Elementary School, Meridian Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Township Elementary School?
237 students attend Jackson Township Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jackson Township Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Township Elementary School?
Jackson Township Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson Township Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Township Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Township Elementary School part of?
Jackson Township Elementary School is part of Clay Community Schools.
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