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#122 of 864 schools in NM

Top 14% in state

S. Y. Jackson Elementary

Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE

4720 CAIRO DR NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#122 of 864

In Albuquerque

#28 of 190

public schools

In district

#22 of 169

ALBUQUERQUE

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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S. Y. Jackson Elementary

7.9/10

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

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7.7/10

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5.5/10

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About S. Y. Jackson Elementary

S. Y. Jackson Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE.

S. Y. Jackson Elementary serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

S. Y. Jackson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for S. Y. Jackson Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.6
  • NM avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,108
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

S. Y. Jackson Elementary — Students at S. Y. Jackson Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
62%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
74%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How S. Y. Jackson Elementary Compares

See how S. Y. Jackson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
86th percentile in NM
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4720 CAIRO DR NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering S. Y. Jackson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ONATE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GEORGIA O'KEEFFE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ELDORADO HIGH Albuquerque 0.5 mi 7.7
JOHN BAKER ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.9 mi 5.5
EISENHOWER MIDDLE Albuquerque 0.9 mi 8.2
HOOVER MIDDLE Albuquerque 0.9 mi 6.2
GEORGIA O'KEEFFE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.0 mi 8.3
SANDIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ALBUQUERQUE Albuquerque 1.1 mi
MITCHELL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.3 mi 5.3
EASTERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.4 mi 6.4
SUNSET MESA SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.5 mi 5.7
MATHESON PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 3.8
SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque 1.6 mi 4.3
SOUTHWEST SECONDARY LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque 1.6 mi 5.1
MOUNTAIN VIEW MONTESSORI Albuquerque 1.5 mi
HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.6 mi 8.7
ONATE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.1 mi 8.4
COLLET PARK ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.1 mi 4.5
OSUNA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.9 mi 6.5
SOMBRA DEL MONTE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.2 mi 5.9
MADISON MIDDLE Albuquerque 2.1 mi 6.7
JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque 2.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,511

Median Home Value

$349,200

Median Rent

$1,310/mo

Population

57,219

College Educated

56.1%

Homeownership

61.8%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

43.8

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

School Rating
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM 7.9
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MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants, NM 8.0
DOUBLE EAGLE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM 7.8
JORNADA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM 7.8
PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about S. Y. Jackson Elementary

What grades does S. Y. Jackson Elementary serve?

S. Y. Jackson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend S. Y. Jackson Elementary?

S. Y. Jackson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at S. Y. Jackson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at S. Y. Jackson Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does S. Y. Jackson Elementary rank in NM?

S. Y. Jackson Elementary ranks #122 of 864 schools in NM.

What is S. Y. Jackson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

S. Y. Jackson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 S. Y. Jackson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, S. Y. Jackson Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is S. Y. Jackson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is S. Y. Jackson Elementary a Title I school?

No, S. Y. Jackson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for S. Y. Jackson Elementary?

42.9% of students at S. Y. Jackson Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

ALBUQUERQUE
District Enrollment
76,756
Schools in District
174
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,108
District Rank
#22 of 169

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