Serving 458 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Middle serves the southwest part of Greensboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and the furthest distance being around 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.61, 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
#2410 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)17%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #2410 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
458 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jackson Middle School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Middle School located?
Jackson Middle School is located in the Rainbow And Meadowood neighborhood of Greensboro, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Rainbow And Meadowood.
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