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Very Good

#687 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 33% in state

Jackson Elementary

Elementary School · Janesville School District

441 W Burbank Ave, Janesville, WI 53546

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#687 of 2,105

In Janesville

#10 of 23

public schools

In district

#8 of 21

Janesville School District

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Jackson Elementary

7.4/10

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

Edison Middle

6.4/10

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5.4/10

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About Jackson Elementary

Jackson Elementary is a public elementary school in Janesville, WI, part of Janesville School District. Jackson Elementary serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #687 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • WI avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Jackson Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.1% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+27.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,990
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Jackson Elementary — Students at Jackson Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
17%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
22%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27.5%
ELA
27.4%
2025
Math
55.2%
ELA
44%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Jackson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
67th percentile in WI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

Location

441 W Burbank Ave, Janesville, WI 53546

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Van Buren Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Janesville, see our Janesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Edison Middle Janesville 1.1 mi 6.4
Lincoln Elementary Janesville 1.4 mi 5.4
Van Buren Elementary Janesville 1.6 mi 7.9
Wilson Elementary Janesville 1.9 mi 6.4
Preschool 4 Janesville Janesville 2.1 mi 4.0
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Janesville 2.3 mi 7.2
Rock River Charter School Janesville 2.6 mi 4.3
Roosevelt Elementary Janesville 2.7 mi 8.4
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Janesville 2.8 mi 8.5
Craig High Janesville 2.7 mi 4.6
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 2.8 mi 7.2
ROCK COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Janesville 2.8 mi 6.8
ST WILLIAM CATHOLIC SCHOOL Janesville 3.0 mi 5.8
ST MATTHEWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 3.3 mi 5.4
Adams Elementary Janesville 3.3 mi 4.7
Madison Elementary Janesville 3.1 mi 7.0
Rock University High Janesville 3.5 mi 5.3
Franklin Middle Janesville 3.2 mi 4.3
ARISE Virtual Academy Janesville 3.2 mi 7.6
Washington Elementary Janesville 3.4 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 53546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,430

Median Home Value

$220,100

Median Rent

$1,076/mo

Population

29,482

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

41.3

Similar Schools

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

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Cooper Elementary Milwaukee, WI 7.4
Cooper Elementary Superior, WI 7.4
Elvehjem Elementary Madison, WI 7.4
Emerson Elementary La Crosse, WI 7.4
FATHER ALLOUEZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Green Bay, WI 7.4
Forest Ridge Elementary Oak Creek, WI 7.4

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 329 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Elementary is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson Elementary rank in WI?

Jackson Elementary ranks #687 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Jackson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% 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?

83.9% 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
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Rock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

Janesville School District
District Enrollment
9,414
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,990
District Rank
#8 of 21

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