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John Hopkins Elementary School

170 JOHN HOPKINS ROAD, JACKSON, MS, 39209

About John Hopkins Elementary School

John Hopkins Elementary School is a public school in Jackson, Mississippi, that serves students in grades PK–5 in a city with a medium-sized population. There are about 279 students at the school, and the student-to-teacher ratio is 13:1, which is the same as the average for the district. There are 22 full-time equivalent teachers and one full-time school counselor who help students learn and do their work. The curriculum at John Hopkins Elementary School is based on standards and focuses on basic skills in reading, math, and writing. It also gives students who need it extra help to get back on track in school. U.S. News says that about 37% of students do well enough in math, and 47% do well enough in reading and English language arts. This shows what students are good at and where they could improve. Most of the students at the school are from minority groups. There are 46% girls and 54% boys. Because all of the students come from low-income families, this shows how the community's economy is doing. The amount of money spent on each student at the district level is what Mississippi public schools usually get. I

John Hopkins Elementary School Contact Information

Address

170 JOHN HOPKINS ROAD, JACKSON, MS, 39209

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Phone

(601) 923-2540

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 47% in Reading.
21
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
279
Total Students
$62136
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 94 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at John Hopkins Elementary School

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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 2:30 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 1.43%
Asian 0.36%
Hispanic 0.72%
Black 97.13%
Two+ Races 0.36%
Native Am. 0%
White
1.43%
Asian
0.36%
Hispanic
0.72%
Black
97.13%
Two+ Races
0.36%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 279
46.24%
129 Female
53.76%
150 Male

Student Population

279 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

279 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

John Hopkins Elementary School in Jackson, Mississippi, is making headlines with its recent successes! The school got a "B" for accountability for the 2024–2025 school year, which shows how dedicated it is to academic excellence. The Supper Meal Program is also going strong, making sure that students have food to help them learn and grow.

Jackson Public Schools is working to improve its schools, and the school is part of that effort. A $250 million construction project is currently underway to make the schools less crowded and more durable. This program will not only make schools better places to learn, but it will also help the local economy. The principal and other dedicated staff are working hard to create a welcoming and positive environment where students can do well.

FAQ

Q1. What is the main thing that John Hopkins Elementary School teaches?

Ans. The school puts a lot of emphasis on basic skills and hands-on learning.

Q2. What does the school do to help kids grow socially?

Ans. Students learn to work together and respect each other by talking to each other every day.

Q3.Are there programs that add to what students already know?

Ans. Students do things that help them be creative and curious.

Q4.How do parents get involved?

Ans. Families are encouraged to go to events and keep in touch.

Q5. What kind of place does the school make?

Ans. A friendly and helpful environment is kept up.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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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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