The top reported proficiency rate is 20% in English language arts. The lowest is 10% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Jackson Elementary School
Jackson Elementary School is a regular public elementary school in Greeley serving kindergarten through fifth grade. It is one of many elementary schools in the Greeley-Evans School District 6, a district that recently secured voter approval for a substantial bond and a mill levy override aimed at safety upgrades, facility improvements, mental health support, and staff recruitment and retention. The district also opened a new K-12 STEM-focused choice school, Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering, funded by that bond. For a family considering Jackson Elementary, the district-level investments signal a commitment to facilities and academic intervention, but those dollars have not yet reshaped the academic picture at this particular school.
On state assessments in math, English language arts, and science, Jackson's proficiency rates were below the state average. The school's overall academic performance, measured across tested subjects, placed it in the bottom quarter relative to districts in Weld County. Participation rates on the tests were very high, so the results reflect nearly the entire tested student body. The math and reading scores showed a substantial share of students not yet reaching the proficient level, and in fifth-grade science the proficiency rate was particularly low. A parent looking at these numbers will want to ask the school directly what targeted supports, intervention programs, or curriculum changes are in place. The district brief notes that the school board heard updates on new literacy and math intervention programs in 2024, but specific information about how those programs operate at Jackson was not available in the data provided.
The school enrolls a sizable student body for an elementary school. The student population is diverse: Hispanic students make up the largest share, followed by White students and Asian students, with smaller numbers of Black students, multiracial students, and Native American and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students. A large majority of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting the working-class character of the surrounding neighborhood and the city more broadly. Data on students with disabilities and English learners was not available in the source materials, so a family with a child in either of those groups should contact the school to understand what services and staffing are in place.
Greeley itself is a mid-sized city with roots in agriculture and meatpacking, now also a college town hosting the University of Northern Colorado and Aims Community College. The economy is anchored by JBS USA, healthcare, education, and government employment. The housing market in the area is moderate compared to the Front Range, with home values and rents near national averages; the city has grown steadily and continues to develop along major corridors. The downtown area has some entertainment and cultural venues, and the Cache la Poudre River runs through the north side. The school sits within this larger community, and busing through the Greeley-Evans Transit system provides some public transportation options.
Data on chronic absenteeism, discipline, and staffing at Jackson was not included in the materials. These are important factors in understanding the daily environment of a school, and a parent may want to ask the school directly about attendance patterns and teacher stability. No information was available about special programs, after-school activities, or course access, though as an elementary school the curriculum is typically self-contained with specialists for art, music, and physical education.
Jackson Elementary is a high-needs school in a district that has made recent financial commitments to improvement. The academic results are a concern, and the school's performance relative to other Weld County districts is low. For a family, the decision will hinge on what specific academic interventions and support structures are actually in place at the building, and whether the school's fit with their child's needs outweighs the performance data.
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