Serving 572 students in grades 7-8, Jackson Creek Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Creek Middle School serves the southern part of Bloomington, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 117.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Creek Middle School's student population of 572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
Jackson Creek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Creek Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
75%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Creek Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Creek Middle School is ranked #120 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jackson Creek Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-north Middle School, Lora L Batchelor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Creek Middle School?
572 students attend Jackson Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Jackson Creek Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Creek Middle School?
Jackson Creek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson Creek Middle School offer ?
Jackson Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Creek Middle School part of?
Jackson Creek Middle School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
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