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#520 of 1,356 schools in AL

Top 38% in state

Jasper Junior High School

Middle School · Jasper City

1501 Viking Drive, Jasper, AL 35501

Enrollment

435

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Alabama schools

#520 of 1,356

In Jasper

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Jasper City

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Jasper Junior High School

7.2/10

Middle School in Jasper · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.7/10

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About Jasper Junior High School

Jasper Junior High School is a public middle school in Jasper, AL, part of Jasper City. Jasper Junior High School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jasper Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #520 of 1,356 schools in AL.

Structured state assessment records for Jasper Junior High School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • AL avg 5.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,293
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Jasper Junior High School — Students at Jasper Junior High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 31.5% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from AL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2017
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
19%
ELA
49%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Jasper Junior High School Compares

See how Jasper Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
62th percentile in AL
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

1501 Viking Drive, Jasper, AL 35501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jasper Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Maddox Intermediate School (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bankhead Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Cordova), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Curry Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 8.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Jasper, see our Jasper schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Jasper High School Jasper 0.0 mi 4.7
T R Simmons Elementary School Jasper 0.3 mi 4.1
Maddox Intermediate School Jasper 1.1 mi 6.9
Memorial Park Elementary School Jasper 1.8 mi 9.0
Valley Junior High School Jasper 4.7 mi 6.8
Bankhead Middle School Cordova 6.2 mi 6.4
Cordova High School Cordova 6.4 mi 4.8
Cordova Elementary School Cordova 6.4 mi 9.2
Parrish ElementaryMiddle School Parrish 7.0 mi 8.0
Curry Elementary School Jasper 8.8 mi 8.3
Curry Middle School Jasper 8.8 mi 5.9
Curry High School Jasper 8.9 mi 4.5
Oakman Middle School Oakman 10.8 mi 6.3
Oakman High School Oakman 10.8 mi 4.8
Lupton Junior High School Nauvoo 10.9 mi 6.5
DORA FIRST BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Dora 12.1 mi
Dora High School Dora 12.7 mi 4.9
Sumiton Middle School Sumiton 12.7 mi 3.9
Sumiton Elementary School Sumiton 12.8 mi 8.6
SUMITON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sumiton 13.6 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 35501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,918

Median Home Value

$150,300

Median Rent

$782/mo

Population

10,032

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

26%

Median Age

34.3

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Arab Junior High School Arab, AL 7.1
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Dauphin Junior High School Enterprise, AL 7.4
Hartselle Junior High School Hartselle, AL 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jasper Junior High School

What grades does Jasper Junior High School serve?

Jasper Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Jasper Junior High School?

Jasper Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jasper Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jasper Junior High School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jasper Junior High School rank in AL?

Jasper Junior High School ranks #520 of 1,356 schools in AL.

What is Jasper Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jasper Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jasper Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jasper Junior High School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is Jasper Junior High School a charter school?

No, Jasper Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jasper Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Jasper Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jasper Junior High School?

60.0% of students at Jasper Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Walker County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Jasper City
District Enrollment
2,869
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,293
District Rank
#2 of 5

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