Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jackson Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Heights Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Heights Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#84 out of 1269 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Heights Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Jackson Heights Elementary School?
291 students attend Jackson Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jackson Heights Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Heights Elementary School?
Jackson Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Heights Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Heights Elementary School part of?
Jackson Heights Elementary School is part of North Jackson School District.
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