Serving 442 students in grades 5-8, Jasper Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jasper Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome Back To Another Great Year at JMS!
School Rankings
Jasper Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jasper Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1106 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jasper Middle School's ranking?
Jasper Middle School is ranked #1106 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Jasper Middle School often compared to?
Jasper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard Hardy Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jasper Middle School?
442 students attend Jasper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Jasper Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jasper Middle School?
Jasper Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jasper Middle School offer ?
Jasper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jasper Middle School part of?
Jasper Middle School is part of Marion County School District.
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