Needs Improvement
#835 of 863 schools in MS
Van Winkle Elementary School
School · JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1655 WHITING ROAD, Jackson, MS 39209
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#835 of 863
In Jackson
#44 of 55
public schools
In district
#35 of 46
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Van Winkle Elementary School
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About Van Winkle Elementary School
Van Winkle Elementary School is a public school in Jackson, MS, part of JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Van Winkle Elementary School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Winkle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #835 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Van Winkle Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- MS avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Van Winkle Elementary School — Students at Van Winkle Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Van Winkle Elementary School Compares
See how Van Winkle Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1655 WHITING ROAD, Jackson, MS 39209
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Winkle Elementary School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MAGNOLIA SPEECH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ambition Preparatory Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOHN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| E. E. ROGERS SDA SCHOOL Jackson | 1.4 mi | — |
| BATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| CARDOZO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 1.6 mi | 4.3 |
| CLAUSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Ambition Preparatory Charter School Jackson | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| RAINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| WILKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| JOHN HOPKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| FOREST HILL HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| PROVINE HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PECAN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| MAGNOLIA SPEECH SCHOOL Jackson | 3.4 mi | 8.6 |
| JIM HILL HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ISABLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.9 mi | 2.6 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| TIMBERLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.2 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,103
Median Home Value
$74,600
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
26,514
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
33.6%
Median Age
36.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Winkle Elementary School
What grades does Van Winkle Elementary School serve?
Van Winkle Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Van Winkle Elementary School?
Van Winkle Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Winkle Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Winkle Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Winkle Elementary School rank in MS?
Van Winkle Elementary School ranks #835 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Van Winkle Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Winkle Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Van Winkle Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Winkle Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Van Winkle Elementary School a charter school?
No, Van Winkle Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Winkle Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Van Winkle Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Winkle Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Van Winkle Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hinds County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.0%
- Phone
- (601) 923-2547
Resources & Links
District
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,747
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,713
- District Rank
- #35 of 46
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