Jackson Creek Middle School

3980 S Sare Rd
Bloomington, IN 47401
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 535 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 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 535 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10% in IN
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

School Overview

Jackson Creek Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Campus Size
13
School Motto
Empowering students to maximize their educational success to become productive, responsible global citizens.
School Mascot
Jaguars

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 0.44, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#120 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
65%
39%
63%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.44
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
535 students attend Jackson Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Jackson Creek Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Creek Middle School?
Jackson Creek Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than 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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 535 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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