Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackson Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Charter School's student population of 245 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 65% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
School Motto
To empower our students to become global leaders who connect, explore, and create through real-world learning experiences.
School Rankings
Jackson Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Charter School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2844 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
7%
28%
Black
77%
17%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
19%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Charter School's ranking?
Jackson Charter School is ranked #2844 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Jackson Charter School?
245 students attend Jackson Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jackson Charter School students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Charter School?
Jackson Charter School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Charter School offer ?
Jackson Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jackson Charter School part of?
Jackson Charter School is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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