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Jackson Middle School

Middle School · SD 45 DuPage County

301 W Jackson St, Villa Park, IL 60181

Enrollment

630

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,668 of 3,813

In Villa Park

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

SD 45 DuPage County

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Jackson Middle School

6.5/10

Middle School in Villa Park · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

District 45 Early Education Ctr

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About Jackson Middle School

Jackson Middle School is a public middle school in Villa Park, IL, part of SD 45 DuPage County. Jackson Middle School serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,668 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson Middle School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,608
Chronic Absenteeism21%

Jackson Middle School — Students at Jackson Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
29%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Jackson Middle School Compares

See how Jackson Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
56th percentile in IL
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

Location

301 W Jackson St, Villa Park, IL 60181

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John E Albright Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Villa Park, see our Villa Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
District 45 Early Education Ctr Villa Park 0.1 mi
ISLAMIC FOUNDATION SCHOOL Villa Park 0.2 mi 7.1
Willowbrook High School Villa Park 0.4 mi 7.8
ST PIUS X ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lombard 0.4 mi 5.5
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lombard 0.6 mi 6.9
Westmore Elem School Lombard 0.8 mi 7.5
Ardmore Elem School Villa Park 1.0 mi 8.1
Stevenson School Lombard 1.1 mi 7.9
York Center Elem School Lombard 1.0 mi 5.6
John E Albright Middle School Villa Park 0.9 mi 6.8
CREATIVE MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Lombard 1.0 mi
MONTINI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lombard 1.4 mi 6.0
THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF OAKBROOK TERRACE Oakbrook Terrace 1.5 mi
John Schroder Early Childhood Ctr Lombard 1.5 mi 6.2
Wm Hammerschmidt Elem School Lombard 1.3 mi 7.4
ILM MONTESSORI INC Lombard 1.5 mi 3.6
Salt Creek Elem School Elmhurst 1.4 mi 9.0
Jefferson Middle School Villa Park 1.9 mi 6.6
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Villa Park 1.6 mi
Stella May Swartz Elem School Oakbrook Terrace 1.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60181 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,375

Median Home Value

$294,700

Median Rent

$1,619/mo

Population

30,247

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson Middle School

What grades does Jackson Middle School serve?

Jackson Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Jackson Middle School?

Jackson Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson Middle School rank in IL?

Jackson Middle School ranks #1,668 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Jackson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Jackson Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Middle School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jackson Middle School a charter school?

No, Jackson Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jackson Middle School a Title I school?

No, Jackson Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jackson Middle School?

44.9% of students at Jackson Middle 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
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DuPage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.0%

District

SD 45 DuPage County
District Enrollment
3,169
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,608
District Rank
#5 of 8

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