Jackson Elem School

Jackson Elementary School serves 439 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Elmhurst, Illinois, earning recognition as one of the top-performing elementary schools in the state. With a solid 8.0 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #216 out of 3,819 Illinois schools, Jackson places in the 94th percentile statewide, reflecting strong academic achievement across all grade levels. The school maintains a favorable 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio with 33 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom.

Academic performance is particularly noteworthy, with an impressive 9.4 academic score and 59% of students demonstrating proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading across all tested grades. Jackson Elementary sits in the heart of Elmhurst's 60126 ZIP code, an affluent suburban community where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood reflects strong educational values, with a median household income of $140,176 and median home values around $506,100.

The area's low 4% poverty rate creates a stable environment that supports student learning and family engagement. Located at 925 South Swain Avenue, Jackson Elementary operates within DuPage County's large suburban setting, serving families in a well-established community that prioritizes educational excellence and maintains strong socioeconomic stability.