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#347 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 19% in state

Jackson Street

Elementary School · Northampton

120 Jackson Street, Northampton, MA 01060

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#347 of 1,793

In Northampton

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Northampton

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Jackson Street

8.0/10

Elementary School in Northampton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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8.2/10

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About Jackson Street

Jackson Street is a public elementary school in Northampton, MA, part of Northampton. Jackson Street serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson Street show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.3
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.7 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,713
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Jackson Street — Students at Jackson Street score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
57.5%
2019
Math
52.5%
ELA
58.3%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
41.5%
ELA
54.8%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
41.8%
2023
Math
55.3%
ELA
53.3%
2024
Math
55.7%
ELA
56.3%
2025
Math
45.3%
ELA
52.3%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Jackson Street Compares

See how Jackson Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
81th percentile in MA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

120 Jackson Street, Northampton, MA 01060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leeds (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Leeds), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hadley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hadley), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Easthampton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Northampton, see our Northampton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton 0.4 mi 6.4
Northampton High Northampton 0.7 mi 8.2
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton 0.6 mi 5.6
CLARKE SCHOOLS FOR HEARING AND SPEECH Northampton 0.9 mi
CAMPUS SCHOOL OF SMITH COLLEGE Northampton 1.1 mi 5.7
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHAMPTON Northampton 0.9 mi 5.8
Bridge Street Northampton 1.2 mi 5.0
CUTCHINS PROGRAM Northampton 1.5 mi
John F Kennedy Middle School Florence 1.8 mi 6.1
Hilltown Cooperative Charter Public School Easthampton 3.4 mi 7.2
R. K. Finn Ryan Road Florence 2.7 mi 4.4
Hopkins Academy Hadley 2.8 mi 7.5
Leeds Leeds 2.9 mi 8.0
Hatfield Elementary Hatfield 3.3 mi 4.4
Smith Academy Hatfield 3.6 mi 6.1
Hadley Elementary Hadley 3.3 mi 7.5
THE WILLISTON NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL Easthampton 4.9 mi 5.8
Easthampton High Easthampton 5.3 mi 4.8
THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley 4.1 mi 7.4
Mountain View School Easthampton 5.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,077

Median Home Value

$427,100

Median Rent

$1,460/mo

Population

15,237

College Educated

68.5%

Homeownership

45.4%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

40.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Egremont Pittsfield, MA 8.0
Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis, MA 8.0
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough, MA 8.0
Leeds Leeds, MA 8.0
Mary Lee Burbank Belmont, MA 8.0
North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson Street

What grades does Jackson Street serve?

Jackson Street serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Jackson Street?

Jackson Street has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Street?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Street is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson Street rank in MA?

Jackson Street ranks #347 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Jackson Street's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Street has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jackson Street a charter school?

No, Jackson Street is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jackson Street a Title I school?

No, Jackson Street is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

Northampton
District Enrollment
2,495
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,713
District Rank
#2 of 6

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