Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Jackson County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gainesboro, TN, encompassing approximately 319.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson County High School's student population of 383 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson County High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1392 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County High School's ranking?
Jackson County High School is ranked #1392 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jackson County High School often compared to?
Jackson County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Livingston Academy, Cookeville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson County High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Jackson County High School?
383 students attend Jackson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jackson County High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Jackson County High School offer ?
Jackson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson County High School part of?
Jackson County High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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