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Jackson Main Elementary School
Elementary School · HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
451 JACKSON ST, Hempstead, NY 11550
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 6th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
1st – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,244 of 4,742
In Hempstead
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Jackson Main Elementary School
Jackson Main Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hempstead, NY, part of HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Jackson Main Elementary School serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades 1st-6th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Main Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,244 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jackson Main Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 3.7
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Jackson Main Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jackson Main Elementary School — Students at Jackson Main Elementary School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 6.8/10.
How Jackson Main Elementary School Compares
See how Jackson Main Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
451 JACKSON ST, Hempstead, NY 11550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jackson Main Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEWART SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOCUST SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARTIN DE PORRES MARIANIST SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Uniondale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hempstead, see our Hempstead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RHODES ACADEMY OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS Hempstead | 0.5 mi | 2.2 |
| HANC - MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Uniondale | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 2.8 |
| LOCUST SCHOOL Garden City | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| NASSAU BOCES Garden City | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CALIFORNIA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| STEWART SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES MARIANIST SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| LAWRENCE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| NORTHERN PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,904
Median Home Value
$446,500
Median Rent
$1,647/mo
Population
60,658
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROADWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 5.4 |
| CLAYTON HUEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Center Moriches, NY | 5.4 |
| CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca, NY | 5.4 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 5.4 |
| HOLMES ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| HOOSIC VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schaghticoke, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jackson Main Elementary School
What grades does Jackson Main Elementary School serve?
Jackson Main Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 6th.
How many students attend Jackson Main Elementary School?
Jackson Main Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Main Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Main Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jackson Main Elementary School rank in NY?
Jackson Main Elementary School ranks #3,244 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jackson Main Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jackson Main Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Main Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Main Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Jackson Main Elementary School a charter school?
No, Jackson Main Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jackson Main Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Jackson Main Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 6th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.1%
- Phone
- (516) 434-4651
Resources & Links
District
HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,343
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,663
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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