Serving 850 students in grades 5-6, Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Jackson, MO school district, covering approximately 283 square miles, with typical drive times of 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 10.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 15.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 850 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#737 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
89%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #737 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
850 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jackson Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jackson Middle School offer ?
Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Middle School part of?
Jackson Middle School is part of Jackson R-II School District.
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