Jackson Elementary School

Jackson Elementary School serves 326 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Valparaiso, Indiana, as a regular public school with no selective admissions. The school earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.0 out of 10, driven by an academic score of 9.8 and a growth score of 9.6 — numbers that sit near the ceiling for elementary schools anywhere in the state. A student-teacher ratio of 15.5 to 1 keeps class sizes manageable through the foundational grades, where early reading and math gains compound over time.

The rankings illustrate just how far above average Jackson performs. It holds the #1 spot among all 23 public schools in Valparaiso and ranks #34 out of 1,823 Indiana public schools, outperforming 98% of schools statewide. Among Indiana's elementary schools specifically, it places #26 out of 1,047 — a position that reflects sustained, school-wide performance rather than a single standout cohort.

For families in the Valparaiso attendance zone, Jackson offers access to one of Indiana's strongest elementary programs through standard public enrollment. No lottery. No application.

The data places it in a tier very few schools in the state reach.

Located in a rural area, Jackson Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.