School's mission is to provide a broad, stimulating and challenging educational program that is sharply focused on the development of the whole child: mind, body, and character.
Our goal is to instill in each child the desire and enthusiasm for a life-long interest in learning and the arts.
In addition to a challenging academic curriculum that focuses on laying a solid foundation for advanced study, students are introduced to various activities that will help them develop their skills in areas such as dance, swim, sports, gymnastics, music and drama.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for J.l. Smith Academy?
The application deadline for J.l. Smith Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
You look at Jackie's and it's hard to compare it to any other school around, It's so different. I agree, it isn't a brand new building, bright and shiny, but they offer so much more than anyone else ! My oldest daughter started going to Jackie's at age 3, she was in the MMO program, it helped her develop her motor skills, as well as her social skills... At age 6, she performed in Jackie's big recital and it was incredible ! My heart was racing, she was so young, yet together and confident, I watched her perform with tears in my eyes, I felt so proud : what a life experience for her ! Thank you so much, Jackie !
My other daughter started at Jackie's at age 2, she is now almost 3, a little fish who loves water and swims beautifully under water, the cutest ballerina, quite a gymnast and, last but not least, she LOVES Jackie's, she goes part time but asks everyday if today is :"go to yackie's? Now? ...Yes, maman, yackie's ?"
Need I say more ?
5 5/17/2016
Jackie's has been a part of South Austin for over 33 years, Once you join the Jackie's Family you will not want to leave! Children are taught in a very loving atmosphere where quality instruction is a must! Jackie's has produced many award winning gymnasts and dancers as well as acedemic scholars! The swim program is taught in a indoor heated pool year round!
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