Below Average
#744 of 967 schools in NE
Jackson Elementary School
Elementary School · OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
620 S 31ST ST, Omaha, NE 68105
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#744 of 967
In Omaha
#73 of 146
public schools
In district
#24 of 89
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
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Jackson Elementary School
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About Jackson Elementary School
Jackson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Omaha, NE, part of OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Jackson Elementary School serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #744 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Jackson Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Jackson Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Jackson Elementary School — Students at Jackson Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.0/10.
How Jackson Elementary School Compares
See how Jackson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
620 S 31ST ST, Omaha, NE 68105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jackson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY CROSS SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Omaha, see our Omaha schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIELD CLUB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| GIFFORD PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOMEBASED Omaha | 1.0 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Omaha | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Omaha | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| KELLOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT EDUCARE - KELLOM Omaha | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| CASTELAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| NORRIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CONESTOGA MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Omaha | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WALNUT HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Omaha | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BEALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| JESUIT ACADEMY Omaha | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,253
Median Home Value
$187,600
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
21,933
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alliance, NE | 4.8 |
| EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney, NE | 4.8 |
| HICKORY HILL ELEMENTARY SCH Papillion, NE | 4.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand Island, NE | 4.8 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 4.8 |
| SOUTHERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Springs, NE | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jackson Elementary School
What grades does Jackson Elementary School serve?
Jackson Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Jackson Elementary School?
Jackson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jackson Elementary School rank in NE?
Jackson Elementary School ranks #744 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Jackson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jackson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jackson Elementary School a charter school?
No, Jackson Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jackson Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Jackson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (531) 299-1620
Resources & Links
District
OMAHA PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 51,693
- Schools in District
- 112
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,585
- District Rank
- #24 of 89
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