JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jackson Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 742 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 51 teachers, Jackson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jackson Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the Mount Paran-Northside area of Atlanta, Georgia. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the Atlanta Public Schools district. It is widely recognized for its strong commitment to academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top-performing elementary schools in the state. The school’s curriculum emphasizes a well-rounded education, integrating rigorous core subjects with opportunities for student engagement in arts and extracurricular activities.

The school community is known for its active parent involvement and a supportive culture that prioritizes student development. By fostering a nurturing and challenging learning environment, Jackson Elementary focuses on building a solid educational foundation for its diverse student body. Its location in a suburban-style pocket of Atlanta allows the school to maintain a close-knit neighborhood feel, making it a focal point for families who value academic achievement and a collaborative school climate.

For more information, contact Jackson Elementary School at (404) 802-8800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1325 Mount Paran Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30327
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JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Atlanta, GA with about 742 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
742
Teachers:
51.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 742 students

White
67.8%
Black or African American
13.2%
Asian
7.0%
Hispanic/Latino
6.9%
Two or more races
5.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.