Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jackson Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Jackson Road Elementary School's student population of 647 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide all students access and opportunity to a high-quality and culturally sustaining education while meeting the social and emotional needs of all through an anti-racist lens.
School Mascot
Roadrunner
School Rankings
Jackson Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Road Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
40%
23%
Black
47%
33%
White
5%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Road Elementary School's ranking?
Jackson Road Elementary School is ranked #725 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Jackson Road Elementary School often compared to?
Jackson Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cannon Road Elementary School, Burnt Mills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jackson Road Elementary School?
647 students attend Jackson Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Jackson Road Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Road Elementary School?
Jackson Road Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Road Elementary School offer ?
Jackson Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Road Elementary School part of?
Jackson Road Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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