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Jackson Elementary School

3825 INDIANOLA AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50315

Top 25% School in Iowa

Ranked 108 of 183 in Iowa

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About Jackson Elementary School

Jackson Elementary School is a public school in Des Moines, Iowa, that teaches kids from preschool to fifth grade. There are about 495 students at the school, and the student-teacher ratio is about 15:1. Jackson Elementary focuses on making learning accessible to everyone and offers programs for gifted students as well as early childhood education. About 38% of the students are Hispanic, 20% are Black, 13% are Asian, and 22% are White. About 72–73% of students can get free or reduced-price lunch, which shows that they really need the money. About 42% of students are good at math in school, and 47% are good at reading/ELA. The school spends about $15,448 per student, which gives them the tools they need to learn and grow. Jackson Elementary is in a working-class, diverse neighborhood in south Des Moines. It is known for its multicultural environment and community involvement. Overall, the school offers a good public education with a lot of resources. Even though students don't do very well in school, the school's supportive environment and diversity suggest that they will grow as people.

Jackson Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3825 INDIANOLA AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50315

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Phone

(515) 242-8415

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 47% in Reading.
33
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
495
Total Students
$70195
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 108 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Jackson Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM to 2:25 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 22.2%
Asian 14.5%
Hispanic 37.7%
Black 19%
Two+ Races 6.7%
Native Am. 0%
White
22.2%
Asian
14.5%
Hispanic
37.7%
Black
19%
Two+ Races
6.7%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 495
51.2%
253 Female
48.8%
242 Male

Student Population

495 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

387 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

An $800,000 donation will help Jackson Elementary School in Des Moines switch to a Montessori model for pre-K through grade 8 starting in the fall of 2026. This change is part of the district's "Reimagining Education" plan and comes after the approval of a $265 million bond. Its goal is to give a diverse group of students hands-on, student-centered learning.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of technology do students have access to?

Ans. Jackson Elementary has computers, tablets, and educational software that students can use for projects and learning in the classroom.

Q2. Is there a library or media center at the school?

Ans. Yes, the school has a library with books, digital resources, and reading programs to help students learn how to read and do research.

Q3. Are meals available on campus?

Ans. Jackson Elementary has breakfast and lunch programs, and some students can get free or low-cost meals.

Q4. Does the school have a program for counseling or help?

Ans. Yes, the school offers counseling to help students with their schoolwork, social life, and feelings.

Q5. How does Jackson Elementary School keep its students safe?

Ans. To keep the school safe, it follows safety rules like having secure entrances, checking in visitors, and holding emergency drills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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