For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 12 students in Jackson, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in Jackson, NC is Northampton Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, NC public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Jackson, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northampton Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 N Church St
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 585-1900
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 585-1900
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Jackson, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8380 Hwy 305 S
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Jackson, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Jackson, NC include Northampton Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in Jackson?
1 public middle schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public middle schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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