Jackson Elem

Nestled in the remote, rural landscape of Jackson, Montana, the Jackson Elementary School District operates as an active, traditional single-school public district dedicated to early childhood and elementary education. Located at 415 Jardine Ave, this open district serves students spanning Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade, delivering a primary education rooted in its local community setting. Functioning outside of a supervisory union or charter system, the district maintains a single school facility that serves as a vital educational anchor for families across this expansive, remote region of southwestern Montana.

According to National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) data for the 2024–2025 school year, Jackson Elementary offers a unique micro-school environment characterized by an extremely small student population of just two enrolled pupils across kindergarten and fifth grade. To support its learners, the district maintains a remarkably generous staffing framework, employing four full-time equivalent (FTE) teachers along with dedicated support staff for a total district workforce of over five FTE positions. For educational researchers, parents, and community members, the district provides a compelling model of rural public schooling, where an extraordinary staff-to-student capacity ensures unparalleled individualized attention, tailored academic support, and deep educational mentorship.