Jackson Intermediate School serves 303 students in grades 3-5.
Jackson Intermediate School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Intermediate School's student population of 303 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Intermediate School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Jackson Intermediate School is 0.48, 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
#937 out of 1276 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
67%
32%
White
28%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Intermediate School's ranking?
Jackson Intermediate School is ranked #937 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Jackson Intermediate School?
303 students attend Jackson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jackson Intermediate School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Intermediate School?
Jackson Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Jackson Intermediate School offer ?
Jackson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Jackson Intermediate School part of?
Jackson Intermediate School is part of Clarke County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School Students/Teachers
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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