Jackson Middle School

1601 34th St
Vienna, WV 26105
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 20% in WV
  • : 35% (Top 30%)
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Jackson Middle School's student population of 519 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
519 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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School Rankings

Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (WV)
#124 out of 629 schools
(Top 20%)
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35%
28%
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50%
40%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
1%
2%
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Black
1%
4%
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White
91%
89%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.17
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #124 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Devender Middle School, Hamilton Middle School, Williamstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
519 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Jackson Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson Middle School offer ?
Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Middle School part of?
Jackson Middle School is part of Wood County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 519 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 35% (Top 30%)
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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