For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,288 students in Jackson, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, CA are County Community, Sutter Creek Elementary School and Pine Grove Elementary Stem Magnet. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jackson, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
County Community
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 1-12
| 9 students
Rank: #22.
Sutter Creek Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
340 Spanish St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7200
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7200
Grades: K-6
| 397 students
Rank: #33.
Pine Grove Elementary Stem Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
20101 State Highway 88
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 296-2800
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 296-2800
Grades: K-6
| 273 students
Rank: #44.
Ione Junior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 S Mills St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5500
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 406 students
Rank: #55.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
220 Church St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5600
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5600
Grades: K-6
| 428 students
Rank: #66.
North Star Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Grades: K-12
| 44 students
Rank: #77.
Pioneer Magnet School For The Visual And Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
24625 Highway 88
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 295-6500
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 295-6500
Grades: K-6
| 161 students
Rank: #88.
Plymouth Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Sherwood
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
Grades: K-6
| 207 students
Rank: #99.
Jackson Junior High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
747 Sutter St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5700
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 351 students
Rank: #1010.
Amador County Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Grades: K-12
| 12 students
Jackson, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10010 Shenandoah Rd.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Grades: 7-8
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, CA include County Community, Sutter Creek Elementary School and Pine Grove Elementary Stem Magnet.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jackson?
10 public elementary schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Jackson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Jackson include: Sutter Creek Elementary School vs. Jackson Elementary School, Pioneer Magnet School For The Visual And Performing Arts vs. Jackson Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary Stem Magnet vs. Jackson Elementary School
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