For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 867 students in Jackson, MO.
The top-ranked public middle school in Jackson, MO is Russell Hawkins Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MO public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Jackson, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
210 N West Ln
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9533
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9533
Gr: 7-8 | 867 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Jackson, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Jackson, MO include Russell Hawkins Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Jackson?
1 public middle schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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