Serving 524 students in grades 7-8, Jackson Creek Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jackson Creek Middle School's student population of 524 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Creek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Creek Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
3%
13%
White
76%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Creek Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Creek Middle School is ranked #159 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jackson Creek Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri-north Middle School, Lora L Batchelor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Creek Middle School?
524 students attend Jackson Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jackson Creek Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Creek Middle School?
Jackson Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson Creek Middle School offer ?
Jackson Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jackson Creek Middle School part of?
Jackson Creek Middle School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
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