Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Stem Magnet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South 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 South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Stem Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jackson Stem Magnet's student population of 374 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Stem Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Stem Magnet is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#955 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
43%
32%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Stem Magnet's ranking?
Jackson Stem Magnet is ranked #955 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Jackson Stem Magnet often compared to?
Jackson Stem Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Langley-bath-clearwater Middle School, Paul Knox Middle School, North Augusta 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 41% SC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Jackson Stem Magnet?
374 students attend Jackson Stem Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jackson Stem Magnet students are White, 43% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Stem Magnet?
Jackson Stem Magnet has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Stem Magnet offer ?
Jackson Stem Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Stem Magnet part of?
Jackson Stem Magnet is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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