SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SYKES 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 388 students offering grade levels from 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 19 teachers, SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public primary school located in the Oak Forest neighborhood of Jackson, Mississippi, and is part of the Jackson Public School District (JPS). Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing foundational education within the district’s broader framework of academic and social development. The school’s location on Simpson Street places it centrally within the southwest region of Jackson, where it functions as a neighborhood hub for young learners.

The school emphasizes a standard elementary curriculum designed to build essential literacy and numeracy skills while fostering a supportive learning environment. As a member of the Jackson Public Schools system, Sykes Elementary operates under the district’s mission to prepare students for college and career readiness. Parents and community members can find additional information regarding school events, academic calendars, and district-wide policies through their official website at http://sykes.jpsms.org.

For more information, contact SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (601) 371-4303 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.