Serving 302 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Stem Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Stem Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Stem Middle School's student population of 302 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone can grow and excel through hands-on science and technology-based learning.
School Rankings
Jackson Stem Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Stem Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#936 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
38%
31%
White
44%
46%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Stem Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Stem Middle School is ranked #936 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Jackson Stem Middle School often compared to?
Jackson Stem Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Langley-bath-clearwater Middle School, Paul Knox Middle School, North Augusta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Jackson Stem Middle School?
302 students attend Jackson Stem Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Jackson Stem Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Stem Middle School?
Jackson Stem Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jackson Stem Middle School offer ?
Jackson Stem Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Stem Middle School part of?
Jackson Stem Middle School is part of Aiken 01 School District.
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