East Jackson Elementary School

www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org

594 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

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.

594

Total Students

49.5

Full-Time Teachers

12.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

66.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Jackson Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	433
Hispanic	81
Black	29
Asian	5
Two or More	42
American Indian	4

White
433 (72.9 %)
Hispanic
81 (13.6 %)
Two or More
42 (7.1 %)
Black
29 (4.9 %)
Asian
5 (0.8 %)
American Indian
4 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Jackson County
Phone:	(706)336-7900
Website:	http://www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	594
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	49.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	333
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	62

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 53

Kindergarten 95

Grade 1 84

Grade 2 95

Grade 3 76

Grade 4 95

Grade 5 96