Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Jacksonville Commons Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North 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 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jacksonville Commons Middle serves the northeast part of Jacksonville, NC, covering an area of approximately 26.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jacksonville Commons Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jacksonville Commons Middle School's student population of 918 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
918 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Jacksonville Commons Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacksonville Commons Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
22%
Black
33%
24%
White
31%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacksonville Commons Middle School's ranking?
Jacksonville Commons Middle School is ranked #1635 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jacksonville Commons Middle School often compared to?
Jacksonville Commons Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Bridge Middle School, Hunters Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Jacksonville Commons Middle School?
918 students attend Jacksonville Commons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Jacksonville Commons Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacksonville Commons Middle School?
Jacksonville Commons Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jacksonville Commons Middle School offer ?
Jacksonville Commons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacksonville Commons Middle School part of?
Jacksonville Commons Middle School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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