Serving 705 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jackson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Elementary School's student population of 705 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
705 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Motto
What Starts Here Changes the World
School Rankings
Jackson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5979 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
66%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
13%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Elementary School is ranked #5979 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Hightower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
705 students attend Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jackson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jackson Elementary School part of?
Jackson Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Elementary School located?
Jackson Elementary School is located in the Woodburn Estates neighborhood of Plano, TX.
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