Serving 791 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Middle School's student population of 791 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#178 out of 1196 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
8%
3%
White
68%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Middle School is ranked #178 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray Middle School, Lake Oswego Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Jackson Middle School?
791 students attend Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jackson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Middle School?
Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
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 Portland SD 1j School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Middle School located?
Jackson Middle School is located in the West Portland Park neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in West Portland Park.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
I was very pleased with Jackson Middle School. The teachers are attentive and the test scores are very good.
2 10/22/2010
Poor continuity for students. Lack of involvement by administrators. Lack of an art program in a supposedly artful learning school. Cronyism among principal and teachers. This school teaches children to dislike learning. Avoid it if possible.
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