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#468 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 22% in state

Jackson Elementary

Elementary School · Elkhorn Area School District

13 N Jackson St, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#468 of 2,105

In Elkhorn

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Elkhorn Area School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Jackson Elementary

7.9/10

Elementary School in Elkhorn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Elkhorn Area High

6.1/10

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Elkhorn Area Middle

6.2/10

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About Jackson Elementary

Jackson Elementary is a public elementary school in Elkhorn, WI, part of Elkhorn Area School District. Jackson Elementary serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.3
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.8% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+15.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+15.6 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,131

Jackson Elementary — Students at Jackson Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.9% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
33%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
36%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
42.2%
2025
Math
70.1%
ELA
66.8%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Jackson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
78th percentile in WI
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

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

13 N Jackson St, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tibbets Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central - Denison Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woods Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Geneva), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elkhorn, see our Elkhorn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Elkhorn Area High Elkhorn 0.4 mi 6.1
Elkhorn Area Middle Elkhorn 0.7 mi 6.2
West Side Elementary Elkhorn 0.8 mi 7.9
Elkhorn Options Virtual School Elkhorn 0.9 mi 4.7
Career and College Academy Elkhorn 0.9 mi 6.2
Tibbets Elementary Elkhorn 4.7 mi 9.2
Williams Bay Elementary Williams Bay 6.7 mi 8.3
Williams Bay Middle Williams Bay 6.8 mi 6.0
Williams Bay High Williams Bay 6.8 mi 6.5
DELAVAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Delavan 5.5 mi 6.0
Woods Elementary Lake Geneva 6.6 mi 8.9
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay 7.1 mi 7.7
ST ANDREW PARISH SCHOOL Delavan 5.8 mi 7.3
FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake Geneva 6.9 mi
Central - Denison Elementary Lake Geneva 7.4 mi 9.2
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delavan 6.9 mi 6.7
Delavan-Darien High Delavan 6.8 mi 5.2
Delavan Darien Technical School Inc Delavan 6.8 mi
Phoenix Middle Delavan 7.0 mi 6.7
Eastview Elementary Lake Geneva 7.6 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,635

Median Home Value

$287,900

Median Rent

$1,031/mo

Population

18,640

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

43.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bangor Elementary Bangor, WI 7.9
Cambridge Elementary Cambridge, WI 7.9
Campbellsport Elementary Campbellsport, WI 7.9
Cumberland Elementary Whitefish Bay, WI 7.9
Huegel Elementary Madison, WI 7.9
Jefferson Elementary Beaver Dam, WI 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson Elementary

What grades does Jackson Elementary serve?

Jackson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jackson Elementary?

Jackson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson Elementary rank in WI?

Jackson Elementary ranks #468 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Jackson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

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 Jackson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jackson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Jackson Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

40.8% of students at 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
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Walworth County

District

Elkhorn Area School District
District Enrollment
3,490
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,131
District Rank
#3 of 7

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