The top reported proficiency rate is 70% in English language arts. The lowest is 46% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Jackson Elementary School
Jackson Elementary School serves kindergarten through sixth grade in Hillsboro, part of the Hillsboro School District 1J. The school sits in a fast-growing city that has become Oregon’s high-tech hub, home to major employers like Intel, Nike, and Genentech. The area’s economy is strong, with a large workforce commuting in daily, and the city has seen steady population growth over recent decades. Housing in Hillsboro is expensive, with home values and rents well above national averages. The school is located in a suburban residential area, with walkable pockets like the Orenco Station mixed-use development and a historic downtown that hosts farmers markets, cultural venues, and the MAX Blue Line light rail connecting to Portland.
Jackson Elementary is a regular public school that is not a charter or magnet. It draws a student body that is majority white, with a substantial Hispanic population and smaller shares of Asian, multiracial, and Black students. About a third of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a moderate rate that signals a mix of income levels. The school’s enrollment is of a size typical for an elementary school in the district. No data is available on the share of students receiving special education services or English learner support, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about those programs.
Academically, Jackson Elementary performs well on Oregon’s state assessments. In both English language arts and math, proficiency rates across grades three through six are generally strong, with most grades above the state average. The school’s overall proficiency index, a combined measure across tested subjects and grades, places it in the top quartile relative to districts in Washington County. This is a notable strength: Jackson’s results are higher than the median district in the county, indicating that students here are meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations at a solid clip. The strongest results are in fourth-grade English language arts, where a large majority of students are proficient. However, science proficiency in fifth grade is lower, with fewer than half of students reaching the benchmark. That gap is worth a closer look, though it is based on a single grade and subject. The school has only one year of state assessment data available in this profile, so trends over time cannot be examined.
Because Jackson serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate, no data on chronic absenteeism, and no information on high school course access or discipline. The school’s website may offer additional details on enrichment programs, but none were included in the data provided. The Hillsboro School District recently completed major capital projects funded by a bond measure, including the opening of a new elementary school and the replacement of another, which suggests that the district is investing in modern learning environments. The district’s strategic plan from 2023–2027 emphasizes maximizing the student experience and preparing students for post-secondary success.
For a family considering this school, the academic picture is encouraging. Jackson Elementary stands out for its above-average test scores, especially in reading and math. The peer environment is diverse but predominantly white, with a moderate level of economic diversity. The community context is one of a growing, economically vibrant city where housing costs are high, so families should factor that into their decision. The school does not have a public record of specialized programs or pathways at this level, but it provides a solid foundation in core subjects. A parent who values strong proficiency rates and a school located in a high-employment region with good transit connections may find Jackson a good fit. Those looking for detailed information on special education, English learner services, or extracurricular offerings will need to follow up with the school directly.
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