Jackson High School

Jackson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
500 Vaughn St,  Jackson, OH
Jackson City School District
3.7
4.5
587 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Thad Haines
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
70%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
C
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
70%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
40
Full Time Teachers
40
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
510
Verbal
520
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
316:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.2%
Female
46.8%
White
95.2%
Hispanic
2.5%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Ohio University 127 Students
The Ohio State University 100 Students
Shawnee State University 55 Students
Miami University 50 Students
Marshall University 43 Students
University of Cincinnati 41 Students
University of Rio Grande 37 Students
Bowling Green State University 34 Students
Wright State University 23 Students
University of Kentucky 21 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 37 Students
Nursing 28 Students
Psychology 25 Students
Biology 14 Students
Education 12 Students
Political Science and Government 11 Students
Pre-Law Studies 11 Students
Criminology 10 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 8 Students
Early Childhood Education 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 107 Reviews
5.0 Senior
9/4/2019
Jackson High School was more than just a school. To me this is where I called home, where I grew and where I learned life lessons I will carry with me forever. The staff and faculty made me who I am today and I wouldn't have wanted to go anywhere else.
1.0 NicheUser
9/1/2016
Students' would bully other students for being homosexual, or questioning their sexuality. Bullying was the worst there.
5.0 NicheUser
9/1/2016
The technology is up to date.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 2 Reviews
4.0 student
5/5/2024
Attending Jackson High School has made me feel many different emotions. On the outside, I have seen many negative reviews and experiences with this school. As a current student, I can say that it is not as bad as it seems. Some teachers are really kind, helpful, and supportive. As the years go on, J...
5.0 other
2/14/2022
Worked here and attended here for years. Great school and great staff.

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Jackson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Jackson, OH, in the Jackson neighborhood, and is served by the Jackson City School District in Ohio. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 587 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 40% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. Jackson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $210,237. Discover additional schools in the area, like Christian Life Academy, Jackson Middle School, Jackson Westview Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Jackson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jackson High School.

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