Summary:
Talmo, Georgia, is a small city served by a single elementary school, North Jackson Elementary School, which educates students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade within the Jackson County School District.
For parents considering North Jackson Elementary School, the standout feature is its exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of just 8.1%, far better than the district’s 13.1% and the state’s 17.7%. This suggests strong daily engagement, even though 63% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. The school also maintains a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1, which supports more individualized attention. Academically, the school shows a notable strength in mathematics, with 3rd-grade proficiency jumping from 36.9% to 49.3% in one year, now slightly above the state average. However, 5th-grade math dipped to 47.3%, and science proficiency is a concern at just 37.5%, well below the district’s 45.8% and the state’s 44.2%. In English Language Arts, the most recent data shows a positive trajectory, with 5th graders at 50% proficiency, actually exceeding both the district and state averages, though 3rd-grade ELA lags at 25%.
Compared to its own district, North Jackson Elementary School consistently trails Jackson County averages by 8 to 18 points across subjects, indicating unique local challenges despite the district’s top-20% statewide ranking. The school’s overall state ranking has remained stable in the 58th to 61st percentile over three years, reflecting consistent performance relative to peers. With per-student spending of $15,052, the school invests solidly in its students. While early-grade math improvement is encouraging, the science decline and 3rd-grade ELA scores are areas for parents to watch closely.
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