Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Junior High serves the eastern part of Jackson, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 273.2 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge reaching up to 45.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Junior High School's student population of 270 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our vision at Jackson Junior High School is to lay the T.R.A.C.K for future success - cultivate achievement, foster belonging, encourage exploration, and build character.
School Rankings
Jackson Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Junior High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6855 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Junior High School's ranking?
Jackson Junior High School is ranked #6855 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jackson Junior High School often compared to?
Jackson Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High (Continuation School), Amador County Rop, Ione Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Junior High School?
270 students attend Jackson Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jackson Junior High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Junior High School?
Jackson Junior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jackson Junior High School offer ?
Jackson Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackson Junior High School part of?
Jackson Junior High School is part of Amador County Unified School District.
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