For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,051 students in Jackson, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MO are East Elementary School, West Lane Elementary School and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jackson, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
455 N. Lacey Street
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Gr: PK-4 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
West Lane Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
338 N West Ln
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9565
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9565
Gr: K-4 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
North Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10730 State Hwy W
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9590
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9590
Gr: K-4 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1651 W Independence St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9543
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9543
Gr: 5-6 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Orchard Drive Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1402 Orchard Dr
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9555
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9555
Gr: K-4 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
South Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1701 S Hope St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9575
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9575
Gr: K-4 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Jackson, MO include East Elementary School, West Lane Elementary School and North Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jackson?
6 public elementary schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Jackson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Jackson include: Orchard Drive Elementary School vs. South Elementary School, South Elementary School vs. Orchard Drive Elementary School
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