Serving 1,157 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Technology Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Jackson Technology Center encompasses the entire school district of Garland, TX, covering approximately 92.8 square miles. Typically, it takes parents about 10-15 minutes to drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.3 miles and the furthest edge located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Technology Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jackson Technology Center's student population of 1,157 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson Technology Center ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Technology Center is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2064 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
12%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Technology Center's ranking?
Jackson Technology Center is ranked #2064 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Jackson Technology Center often compared to?
Jackson Technology Centeris often viewed alongside schools like South Texas Isd Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Jackson Technology Center?
1,157 students attend Jackson Technology Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jackson Technology Center students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Technology Center?
Jackson Technology Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Technology Center offer ?
Jackson Technology Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackson Technology Center part of?
Jackson Technology Center is part of Garland Independent School District.
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