Below Average
#7782 of 9,539 schools in CA
Jackson Street Elementary
Middle School · Yreka Union Elementary
405 Jackson St., Yreka, CA 96097
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.7
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.7
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,782 of 9,539
In Yreka
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Yreka Union Elementary
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Jackson Street Elementary
Middle School in Yreka · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jackson Street Elementary
Jackson Street Elementary is a public middle school in Yreka, CA, part of Yreka Union Elementary. Jackson Street Elementary serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,782 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jackson Street Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Jackson Street Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jackson Street Elementary — Students at Jackson Street Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Jackson Street Elementary Compares
See how Jackson Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
405 Jackson St., Yreka, CA 96097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jackson Street Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fort Jones Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Jones), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yreka High (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montague Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Montague), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yreka, see our Yreka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Siskiyou County Special Education Yreka | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Evergreen Elementary Yreka | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 0.7 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 0.8 mi | — |
| YREKA SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yreka | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Yreka High Yreka | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 1.1 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 8.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook | 13.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Montague | 12.2 mi | 6.9 |
| SCOTT VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Jones | 12.3 mi | — |
| Scott Valley Junior High Fort Jones | 13.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Borchard Academy Fort Jones | 13.4 mi | — |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 15.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Fort Jones Elementary Fort Jones | 13.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,105
Median Home Value
$256,400
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
10,220
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jackson Street Elementary
What grades does Jackson Street Elementary serve?
Jackson Street Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Jackson Street Elementary?
Jackson Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Street Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jackson Street Elementary rank in CA?
Jackson Street Elementary ranks #7,782 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jackson Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jackson Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jackson Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Street Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jackson Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Jackson Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jackson Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jackson Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jackson Street Elementary?
71.0% of students at Jackson Street Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (530) 842-3561
Resources & Links
District
Yreka Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 869
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,593
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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