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WEST LANE ELEM.

📍 JACKSON, Missouri Public

389

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

12.8:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

K–4

🎓 Grade Levels

5 active grades

30.5

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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WEST LANE ELEM., an elementary public school serving grades K–4 in JACKSON, Missouri, with 389 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in JACKSON, Missouri, WEST LANE ELEM. is a regular public school serving students from grades K–4. The school operates within the JACKSON R-II in Cape Girardeau County. With a current reported enrollment of 389 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, WEST LANE ELEM. maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 30.5 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of JACKSON, the student body at WEST LANE ELEM. represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (91.3%), Two or more races (3.6%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

Through federal and state educational initiatives, WEST LANE ELEM. participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 142 students (36.5%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

389 Students reported

White 91.3%

355 enrolled students

Two or more races 3.6%

14 enrolled students

Black / African American 2.3%

9 enrolled students

Asian 2.1%

8 enrolled students

Hispanic 0.8%

3 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 0%

0 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 389

👦 Male 50.6% (197) 👧 Female 49.4% (192)

🥗 Economic Diversity 36.5%

142 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

5 Grade Levels

4 ★ top

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School facts

Address 338 N WEST LN, JACKSON, MO 63755

Phone (573) 243-9565

School district JACKSON R-II

County Cape Girardeau County

Grades K–4

Students 389 students

Student–teacher ratio 12.8:1

Full-time teachers 30.5

Community type Suburb: Small

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 37.36664, -89.66214

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NCES school ID 291560000739

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

📍 Location

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338 N WEST LN

JACKSON, MO 63755 Cape Girardeau County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members

What grades are taught at WEST LANE ELEM.? +

WEST LANE ELEM. serves students in grades K–4. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Missouri state educational standards.

How many students attend WEST LANE ELEM.? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, WEST LANE ELEM. has a total reported enrollment of 389 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at WEST LANE ELEM.? +

The student-teacher ratio at WEST LANE ELEM. is 12.8:1, supported by approximately 30.5 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is WEST LANE ELEM. a public or private school? +

WEST LANE ELEM. is a traditional public school located in JACKSON, Missouri under the administration of the JACKSON R-II.

Does WEST LANE ELEM. participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs? +

Yes, approximately 142 students (36.5%) at WEST LANE ELEM. are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.

Where is WEST LANE ELEM. located? +

WEST LANE ELEM. is located at 338 N WEST LN, JACKSON, MO 63755. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (573) 243-9565 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.