Serving 544 students in grades 6-7, East Jackson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jackson Middle School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Jackson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jackson Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1298 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
23%
18%
Black
7%
36%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jackson Middle School's ranking?
East Jackson Middle School is ranked #1298 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are East Jackson Middle School often compared to?
East Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School, West Jackson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend East Jackson Middle School?
544 students attend East Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of East Jackson Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jackson Middle School?
East Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Jackson Middle School offer ?
East Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is East Jackson Middle School part of?
East Jackson Middle School is part of Jackson County School District.
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