Jackson High School is a public high school in Jackson, Georgia, United States. It has been an accredited school since 1947. It has 962 students as of the 2017???8 school year, educated by 58 certificated teachers. The school's athletic teams are known as the Red Devils with school colors of red and navy blue.
Serving 1,060 students in grades 9-12, Jackson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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 Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,060 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jackson High School's student population of 1,060 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,060 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jackson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1217 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
35%
36%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Butts County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson High School's ranking?
Jackson High School is ranked #1217 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Jackson High School often compared to?
Jackson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locust Grove High School 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 39% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson High School is 83%, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jackson High School?
1,060 students attend Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Jackson High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson High School?
Jackson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson High School offer ?
Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson High School part of?
Jackson High School is part of Butts County School District.
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