Serving 2,024 students in grades 9-12, Jackson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jackson High School's student population of 2,024 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
3%
17%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson High School's ranking?
Jackson High School is ranked #517 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Jackson High School often compared to?
Jackson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoover High School, Glenoak High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson High School is 97%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jackson High School?
2,024 students attend Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jackson High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson High School?
Jackson High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson High School offer ?
Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jackson High School part of?
Jackson High School is part of Jackson Local School District.
School Reviews
5 10/28/2024
Great school! Great athletics, great teachers.
5 8/20/2012
Great, great school. I am a student and I have been in Jackson Local Schools since Kindergarden. I would definetly reccomend the school. Five stars...
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