Jacksonville Elementary School

3400 Hillendale Heights Rd
Phoenix, MD 21131
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacksonville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 533 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 5% in MD
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jacksonville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Jacksonville Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We, the Jacksonville Elementary School Community, commit ourselves to maximizing individual abilities using all available resources to develop lifelong learners and responsible, caring citizens able to meet tomorrow’s challenges.

School Rankings

Jacksonville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#43 out of 1338 schools
(Top 5%)
67%
27%
81%
45%
60-64%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
3%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
84%
31%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jacksonville Elementary School's ranking?
Jacksonville Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Jacksonville Elementary School often compared to?
Jacksonville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Elementary School?
533 students attend Jacksonville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jacksonville Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville Elementary School?
Jacksonville Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Elementary School offer ?
Jacksonville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacksonville Elementary School part of?
Jacksonville Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 533 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 67% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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