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Jackson Avenue

421 Jackson Ave
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jackson Avenue ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 417 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Bottom 50% in NJ
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jackson Avenue ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Jackson Avenue's student population of 417 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Motto
The School With Tomorrow in Sight!

School Rankings

Jackson Avenue ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Avenue is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#1530 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
38%
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
85%
34%
Black
5%
14%
White
7%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.27
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jackson Avenue's ranking?
Jackson Avenue is ranked #1530 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jackson Avenue often compared to?
Jackson Avenueis often viewed alongside schools like Helen I. Smith School, Fanny Meyer Hillers, Fairmount by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Jackson Avenue?
417 students attend Jackson Avenue.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jackson Avenue students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Avenue?
Jackson Avenue has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jackson Avenue offer ?
Jackson Avenue offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Avenue part of?
Jackson Avenue is part of Hackensack School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 417 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 93%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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