JACKSON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Jackson Junior High is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Amador County Unified school district, located in Jackson, CA with about 377 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Jackson Junior High has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jackson Junior High is a public middle school located in the historic town of Jackson, California. Serving students in the Amador County Unified School District, the school typically caters to grades 6 through 8. Situated on Sutter Street, the campus is positioned within the heart of the community, reflecting the small-town atmosphere of the Sierra Nevada foothills while providing a foundational educational environment for adolescents transitioning from elementary to high school.

The school is focused on fostering both academic growth and social development during these formative years. Like many schools in the Amador County district, Jackson Junior High emphasizes a standard core curriculum—including English, mathematics, science, and history—while offering various extracurricular activities and support services designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school. As a central educational hub in Jackson, the school plays a vital role in the local community, emphasizing student engagement and local school spirit.

For more information, contact Jackson Junior High at (209) 257-5700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.