What grades does Jackson MS serve?

Jackson MS operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the Lancaster area.

Where is Jackson MS located?

Jackson MS is a urban school in Lancaster, PA.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson MS is 9.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Lancaster, PA?

Schools in Lancaster include Jackson MS and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Lancaster area.

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Q: How many students attend Jackson MS?

Jackson MS has a total enrollment of 484 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in Lancaster, PA.

Middle|Lancaster, Pennsylvania|Lancaster SD

Lancaster, PA 17602

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Thu

Back to School Night EventDistrict-wide

We invite you to join us for Back-to-School Night on September 24 at 5:30 p.m. This special event is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child's teachers, learn about the upcoming school year, and connect with other families. We are also pleased to provide dinner and hope you will join us for an evening of community and fellowship. 

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

484

Student:Teacher

9.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Lancaster SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

91.5%

Phone

(717)291-6161

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

12%

1th percentile in PA

Math Proficiency

<=1%

Chronic Absenteeism

24.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

4 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.9:1

Near average in PA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

489

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

94% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.44

Social Workers

0.11

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$22,604

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$13,964

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$27,608

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 49%Local 37%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$373,774

+4.4% 1yr+40.8% 5yr

Lancaster, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

14.5%

Below 150% poverty line

3.3%

Unemployment rate

11.1%

Uninsured residents

13.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,507

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,202

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

726 (33%)

Speech/Language Impairment

469 (21%)

Autism

361 (16%)

Other Health Impairment

305 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

175 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

115 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

524

Current enrollment

Stable(+2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 24, 2026

Back to School Night

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lancaster SD. Jackson MS follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Back to School Night District-wide We invite you to join us for Back-to-School Night on September 24 at 5:30 p.m. This special event is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child's teachers, learn about the upcoming school year, and connect with other families. We are also pleased to provide dinner and hope you will join us for an evening of community and fellowship.	Event	—

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