Serving 249 students in grades 7-12, Jackson Center High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 50:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 50:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Center High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Center High School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Center High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Center High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#539 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
50:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
97%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Center High School's ranking?
Jackson Center High School is ranked #539 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Center High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson Center High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jackson Center High School?
249 students attend Jackson Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jackson Center High School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Center High School?
Jackson Center High School has a student ration of 50:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson Center High School offer ?
Jackson Center High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Jackson Center High School part of?
Jackson Center High School is part of Jackson Center Local School District.
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