Jackson El Sch

As a low-enrollment primary school in Myerstown, Pennsylvania, Jackson El Sch educates 203 students from grades K through 2, run under Eastern Lebanon County SD. Enrollment runs roughly 54% smaller than the state mean of about 443.

Across the 5 schools in Eastern Lebanon County SD (2,310 students total), Jackson El Sch accounts for its share of the district's footprint.

For racial and ethnic makeup, Jackson El Sch lists that nearly all students (84%) are White. Other groups include 10% Hispanic, 3% multiracial. Compared to Lebanon County overall, the school's racial mix sits in roughly the same range.

On the income-and-resources front, The school reports having 18 full-time-equivalent teachers, for a student-teacher ratio near 11.1:1. Statewide, the average ratio sits near 13.1:1, putting Jackson El Sch tighter than the state norm the norm. About 52% of enrolled students meet the income threshold for free or reduced-price lunch, which schools and policymakers use as a rough income-mix signal. Set against Lebanon County (around 61%), the school's rate is noticeably below typical.

In the surrounding community, Lebanon County reports that the typical household earns roughly $78,425 per year, 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate sits near 7%. Jackson El Sch is one of 37 public schools in Lebanon County (combined enrollment of about 18,804 students).

The closest other public school is Union Canal El Sch, roughly 2.5 miles away. Within five miles, there are 8 other public schools.

Jackson El Sch operates from a bedroom-community location.

Trend over the last 7 years. Looking back 7 years, enrollment at Jackson El Sch has declined 18%, going from 247 students in 2018 to 203 in 2025. White enrollment moved from 92% to 84% across the same window. The student-to-teacher ratio fell from 15.0:1 in 2018 to 11.1:1 today.

On the community side, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around school events, parent volunteer needs, and clubs. The community welcomes input from current and former families.