Serving 369 students in grades 6-8, Jackson County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson County Middle School's student population of 369 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson County Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1073 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County Middle School's ranking?
Jackson County Middle School is ranked #1073 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jackson County Middle School often compared to?
Jackson County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Laurel Middle School, East Bernstadt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jackson County Middle School?
369 students attend Jackson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jackson County Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson County Middle School?
Jackson County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson County Middle School offer ?
Jackson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson County Middle School part of?
Jackson County Middle School is part of Jackson County School District.
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