Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 404 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#399 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
12%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
52%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #399 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
404 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jackson Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Middle School offer ?
Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackson Middle School part of?
Jackson Middle School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Middle School located?
Jackson Middle School is located in the Jackson Area neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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