Serving 201 students in grades 5-8, Luther P. Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luther P. Jackson Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district, located in Dendron, VA, and spans approximately 310.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther P. Jackson Middle School's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther P. Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther P. Jackson Middle School is 0.63, 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
#873 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
44%
21%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther P. Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Luther P. Jackson Middle School is ranked #873 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Luther P. Jackson Middle School?
201 students attend Luther P. Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Luther P. Jackson Middle School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther P. Jackson Middle School?
Luther P. Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luther P. Jackson Middle School offer ?
Luther P. Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Luther P. Jackson Middle School part of?
Luther P. Jackson Middle School is part of Surry County School District.
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