Serving 1,496 students in grades 9-12, Jackson Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Memorial High School's student population of 1,496 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Memorial High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1461 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
22%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Memorial High School's ranking?
Jackson Memorial High School is ranked #1461 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jackson Memorial High School often compared to?
Jackson Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson Memorial High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Jackson Memorial High School?
1,496 students attend Jackson Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jackson Memorial High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Memorial High School?
Jackson Memorial High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jackson Memorial High School offer ?
Jackson Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jackson Memorial High School part of?
Jackson Memorial High School is part of Jackson Township School District.
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