Serving 715 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Middle School serves the southern part of Portland, OR, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 4.2 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.54, which is less 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
#143 out of 1174 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #143 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray Middle School, Lake Oswego Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
715 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jackson Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oregon 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 Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Middle School located?
Jackson Middle School is located in the West Portland Park neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in West Portland Park.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor continuity for students. Lack of involvement by administrators. Lack of an art program in a supposedly artful learning school. Cronyism among principal and teachers. This school teaches children to dislike learning. Avoid it if possible.
5 10/10/2025
I was very pleased with Jackson Middle School. The teachers are attentive and the test scores are very good.
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