Jackson Middle School ranked #928 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #702 in 2019 and remaining in the bottom 50% statewide overall.
Math proficiency was 12% in 2023, lower than the Alabama state average of 30%, with a decline from 46% proficiency in 2019; reading proficiency was 33%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment comprised approximately 74% of the 280 students in 2023, with 68% eligible for free or reduced–price lunch reflecting a high level of socioeconomic need.
The school served grades 6–8 with about 280 students and a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 in 2023, consistent with recent years.
Science proficiency remained at 20–24% in 2022, lower than the state average of 38%, indicating continued challenges in core subject achievement at this Union County NJ high school equivalent.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 280 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.45, 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
#928 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
70%
32%
White
26%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #928 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomasville Middle School, Leroy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
280 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jackson Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson Middle School offer ?
Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Middle School part of?
Jackson Middle School is part of Clarke County School District.
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