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Jackson Trail Christian School

Elementary School

371 HOPE HAVEN RD, Jefferson, GA 30549

Private

Enrollment

88

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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Jackson Trail Christian School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Jefferson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gum Springs Elementary School

7.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Jackson Trail Christian School

Jackson Trail Christian School is a private elementary school in Jefferson, GA. Jackson Trail Christian School serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Trail Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 433 private schools in GA.

How it comparesOn par with GA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 88 students, Jackson Trail Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Jackson Trail Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Jackson Trail Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Jackson Trail Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Jefferson, GA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
88
This School
vs
987
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Black 1.1% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Jackson Trail Christian School Jefferson Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Jackson Trail Christian School (this school) 6.3
Gum Springs Elementary School 7.5
West Jackson Middle School 6.6
Jefferson Middle School 8.3
Jefferson Academy 8.4
Jefferson Elementary School 6.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in GA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Enrollment 88
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in GA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.6%
Two or More 6.8%
Hispanic 2.3%
Black 1.1%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

371 HOPE HAVEN RD, Jefferson, GA 30549

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Trail Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jefferson Academy (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Jackson Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Hoschton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winder Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Winder), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson, see our Jefferson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Gum Springs Elementary School Jefferson 2.5 mi 7.5
West Jackson Middle School Jefferson 2.6 mi 6.6
Jackson County High School Hoschton 3.1 mi 6.4
Jefferson Middle School Jefferson 4.0 mi 8.3
Jefferson Academy Jefferson 4.2 mi 8.4
Jefferson Elementary School Jefferson 4.4 mi 6.7
Jefferson High School Jefferson 4.5 mi 7.1
Holsenbeck Elementary School Winder 5.3 mi 6.9
North Jackson Elementary School Talmo 7.2 mi 6.1
County Line Elementary School Winder 6.7 mi 6.6
Winder-Barrow High School Winder 7.2 mi 5.2
West Jackson Elementary School Hoschton 6.7 mi 7.6
Russell Middle School Winder 7.5 mi 5.5
Winder Elementary School Winder 7.6 mi 7.6
Bear Creek Middle School Statham 8.6 mi 5.8
Statham Elementary School Statham 8.8 mi 5.0
Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy Winder 9.6 mi 6.5
BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethlehem 10.1 mi 5.8
Kennedy Elementary School Winder 9.9 mi 6.4
Westside Middle School Winder 9.9 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,951

Median Home Value

$325,500

Median Rent

$964/mo

Population

30,643

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson Trail Christian School

What grades does Jackson Trail Christian School serve?

Jackson Trail Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Jackson Trail Christian School?

Jackson Trail Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Trail Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Trail Christian School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jackson Trail Christian School rank in GA?

Jackson Trail Christian School ranks #217 of 433 private schools in GA.

What is Jackson Trail Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson Trail Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jackson Trail Christian School a private school?

Yes, Jackson Trail Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Jackson Trail Christian School a religious school?

Jackson Trail Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
88
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Jackson County

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