Serving 427 students in grades 9-12, North Jackson High School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Jackson High School's student population of 427 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Jackson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jackson High School is 0.56, 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
#1022 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
11%
32%
White
63%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Jackson High School's ranking?
North Jackson High School is ranked #1022 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of North Jackson High School is 95%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Jackson High School?
427 students attend North Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Jackson High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, and 11% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Jackson High School?
North Jackson High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Jackson High School offer ?
North Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Jackson High School part of?
North Jackson High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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