Serving 573 students in grades 5-6, Jasper Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jasper Elementary School serves the northeast part of Jasper, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 61.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jasper Middle School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jasper Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jasper Middle School is 0.19, which is less 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
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasper Middle School's ranking?
Jasper Middle School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Jasper Middle School?
573 students attend Jasper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Jasper Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jasper Middle School?
Jasper Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jasper Middle School offer ?
Jasper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jasper Middle School part of?
Jasper Middle School is part of Pickens County School District.
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