Serving 435 students in grades 7-8, Jasper Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jasper Junior High School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jasper Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jasper Junior High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
11%
Black
15%
32%
White
64%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasper Junior High School's ranking?
Jasper Junior High School is ranked #608 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Jasper Junior High School?
435 students attend Jasper Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Jasper Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jasper Junior High School?
Jasper Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jasper Junior High School offer ?
Jasper Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jasper Junior High School part of?
Jasper Junior High School is part of Jasper City School District.
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