EAST JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
East Jackson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson County school district, located in Commerce, GA with about 699 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 45 teachers, East Jackson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
East Jackson Elementary School, located at 1531 Hoods Mill Rd in Commerce, Georgia, is a public school serving students within the Jackson County School System. As part of a district that emphasizes both academic achievement and community involvement, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment for foundational learning. It serves as a key educational hub for the local Commerce and Jackson County area, aiming to prepare its elementary-aged students for the transition to middle school through a structured curriculum and collaborative classroom experiences.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Jackson County School System, which prioritizes student growth, technological integration, and the development of strong character. By fostering a partnership between parents, educators, and the local community, East Jackson Elementary strives to create a well-rounded educational experience that encourages both scholastic success and personal development. For families looking for specific information on registration, calendars, or school policies, the district maintains a comprehensive website at http://www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org.
For more information, contact East Jackson Elementary School at (706) 336-7900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Commerce, GA 30529
(706) 336-7900
http://www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org
EAST JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Commerce, GA with about 699 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jackson County
- Total Students:
- 699
- Teachers:
- 45
- 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
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 699 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending EAST JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 72.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.9%
- Black or African American
- 6.0%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
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.