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West Jackson Middle School

Jackson County · Jackson County · 400 Gum Springs Church Rd, Jefferson, GA 30549.0

(706)654-2775

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8/10
#137
Rank 137 out of 462
Top 29%
English Language Arts8/10 · #103 · 78th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #164 · 65th percentile
Science6/10 · #201 · 51st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

West Jackson Middle School sits in Jefferson, a small city in Jackson County that's grown steadily as families have moved out from the Atlanta metro in search of more space and a slower pace. The school holds its own academically, with particularly strong English scores that put it well into the top quarter statewide — a good sign for families who prioritize reading and writing through the middle school years. It's a solid choice for families planting roots in this part of Northeast Georgia, where the community feel is genuine and the trade-off of a longer commute to the city often feels very much worth it.

Student Demographics

962 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
584 (61%)
Hispanic
195 (20%)
African American
93 (10%)
Asian
45 (5%)
Multiple Races
41 (4%)
Other
4 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners67 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged401 (42%)
Students with Disabilities115 (12%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,935
Enrollment
61.34
Teachers (FTE)
31.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3.25
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs3/10 · #332 · 26th percentile

5 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Georgia.