Serving 2,037 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 2,037 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Middle serves the southwest part of Champlin, MN, covering an area of approximately 36.1 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 4.6 miles, and the furthest point is 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 2,037 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,037 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#644 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
44%
60%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #644 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
2,037 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jackson Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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 Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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