Serving 411 students in grades 4-8, Jackson County Middle 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 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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: 4-8
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 319.5 square miles around Gainesboro, TN, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.5 miles, extending up to 12.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson County Middle School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 20-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson County Middle 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 Middle 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
#1055 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
1%
20%
White
92%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County Middle School's ranking?
Jackson County Middle School is ranked #1055 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jackson County Middle School?
411 students attend Jackson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jackson County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Jackson County Middle School offer ?
Jackson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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