Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, Andrew Jackson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew Jackson Middle School's student population of 787 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
787 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrew Jackson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrew Jackson Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6715 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
70%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrew Jackson Middle School's ranking?
Andrew Jackson Middle School is ranked #6715 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Andrew Jackson Middle School often compared to?
Andrew Jackson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alex Sanger Preparatory School, James Fannin Middle School, Great Hearts Irving Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Andrew Jackson Middle School?
787 students attend Andrew Jackson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Andrew Jackson Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew Jackson Middle School?
Andrew Jackson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andrew Jackson Middle School offer ?
Andrew Jackson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Andrew Jackson Middle School part of?
Andrew Jackson Middle School is part of Grand Prairie Independent School District.
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