Serving 991 students in grades 7-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Middle serves the northeast part of Falls Church, VA, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 991 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
991 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1066 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)52%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
8%
Hispanic
51%
20%
Black
5%
21%
White
21%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #1066 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
991 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Jackson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Middle School offer ?
Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Middle School part of?
Jackson Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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