GALLOWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GALLOWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson Public Schools school district, located in JACKSON, MS with about 368 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 17 teachers, GALLOWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

GALLOWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public institution located on Idlewild Street in Jackson, Mississippi, serving students within the Jackson Public School District. As a neighborhood school, it plays a vital role in the local community, focusing on providing foundational academic instruction to young learners. The school is committed to creating an environment that supports student growth, literacy, and numeracy, while adhering to the district’s broader goals for educational development and student success.

The school maintains an official online presence through the Jackson Public Schools portal, which serves as a hub for parents and guardians to access resources, school calendars, and district-wide updates. By fostering a structured learning environment and encouraging parental involvement, Galloway Elementary strives to prepare its students for their future academic transitions, working to meet the diverse needs of the children residing in the surrounding Jackson community.

For more information, contact GALLOWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (601) 960-5313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.