Aspire Academy Middle School vs Jackson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire Academy Middle School
Shakopee · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
42 students
Jackson Elementary
Shakopee · Public elementary · Grades K–5
683 students
| Measure | Aspire Academy Middle School Shakopee, Minnesota | Jackson Elementary Shakopee, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #236 of 923 |
| National rank | – | #6941 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 42 | 683 |
| Enrollment | 42 | 683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.7% | 34.3% |
| Students per teacher | 3.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 68% |
| Math proficiency | – | 71% |
| city | Shakopee | Shakopee |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 33.8).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 85.7%).
- •Aspire Academy Middle School does better on students per teacher (3.8 vs 14.8).
- •Jackson Elementary is the larger school with 683 students compared with 42.
- •Aspire Academy Middle School is a charter school while Jackson Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aspire Academy Middle School better than Jackson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Elementary ranks higher (76.6 vs 33.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aspire Academy Middle School and Jackson Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Shakopee and Shakopee in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire Academy Middle School: 42. Jackson Elementary: 683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire Academy Middle School and Jackson Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Aspire Academy Middle School is unranked and Jackson Elementary is 236th of 923 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).