Jackson Middle School

3020 Gallows Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,098 students in grades 7-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 1,098 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Jackson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

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School Overview

Jackson Middle School's student population of 1,098 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,098 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
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School Rankings

Jackson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (VA)
#923 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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54%
54%
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69%
69%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
20%
7%
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Hispanic
48%
18%
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Black
4%
22%
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White
22%
46%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
6%
7%
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0.68
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Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #923 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
1,098 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Jackson Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Middle School offer ?
Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Middle School part of?
Jackson Middle School is part of Fairfax Co PBLC Schs School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 1,098 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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