WEST JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL

West Jackson Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Jackson County school district, located in Jefferson, GA with about 1,006 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 63 teachers, West Jackson Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

West Jackson Middle School, located at 400 Gum Springs Church Road in Jefferson, Georgia, is a key component of the Jackson County School System. The school serves the growing community in the northern part of the county, providing a comprehensive middle school education for students in grades 6 through 8. Known for its focus on academic achievement and student development, the school strives to create a supportive environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school.

The school operates under the mission of the Jackson County School System, which emphasizes preparing students for future success through a blend of academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, and character development. As part of a district that values community partnership, West Jackson Middle School utilizes modern educational resources to engage its student body. Families interested in specific information regarding school calendars, faculty contacts, or district policies can access further details via the official Jackson County School System website at http://www.JacksonSchoolsGA.org.

For more information, contact West Jackson Middle School at (706) 654-2775 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 Gum Springs Church Rd
Jefferson, GA 30549
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WEST JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Jefferson, GA with about 1,006 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Jackson County
Total Students:
1,006
Teachers:
63
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,006 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
77.2%
Hispanic/Latino
11.0%
Black or African American
5.2%
Asian
3.5%
Two or more races
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.