Serving 527 students in grades 7-8, Jackson Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Intermediate serves the northern part of Pasadena, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 7 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Intermediate School's student population of 527 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
527 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Intermediate School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4549 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Intermediate School's ranking?
Jackson Intermediate School is ranked #4549 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jackson Intermediate School?
527 students attend Jackson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Jackson Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Intermediate School?
Jackson Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Intermediate School offer ?
Jackson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jackson Intermediate School part of?
Jackson Intermediate School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Intermediate School located?
Jackson Intermediate School is located in the Red Bluff Terrace neighborhood of Pasadena, TX.
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