Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, George A Jackson School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George A Jackson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
George A Jackson School's student population of 432 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
George A Jackson School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George A Jackson School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
85%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
8%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George A Jackson School's ranking?
George A Jackson School is ranked #56 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are George A Jackson School often compared to?
George A Jackson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cantiague Elementary School, Jeffrey Ratner-robert Seaman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend George A Jackson School?
432 students attend George A Jackson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of George A Jackson School students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George A Jackson School?
George A Jackson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does George A Jackson School offer ?
George A Jackson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George A Jackson School part of?
George A Jackson School is part of Jericho Union Free School District.
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