Serving 241 students in grades 6-8, Jackson County Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Jackson County Central Middle covers the entire school district in Lakefield, MN, encompassing approximately 441 square miles. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson County Central Middle School's student population of 241 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson County Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson County Central Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1064 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County Central Middle School's ranking?
Jackson County Central Middle School is ranked #1064 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jackson County Central Middle School often compared to?
Jackson County Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Worthington Middle School, Fulda Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jackson County Central Middle School?
241 students attend Jackson County Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Jackson County Central Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson County Central Middle School?
Jackson County Central Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson County Central Middle School offer ?
Jackson County Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson County Central Middle School part of?
Jackson County Central Middle School is part of Jackson County Central School District.
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