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Very Good

#154 of 635 schools in WV

Top 24% in state

Jackson Middle School

Middle School · WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS

1601 34th St, Vienna, WV 26105

Enrollment

476

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#154 of 635

In Vienna

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 24

WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Jackson Middle School

7.7/10

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

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8.9/10

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8.2/10

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About Jackson Middle School

Jackson Middle School is a public middle school in Vienna, WV, part of WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS. Jackson Middle School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Jackson Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.5% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+26.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.1 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+17.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,900
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Jackson Middle School — Students at Jackson Middle School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
37%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
43%
2019
Math
43%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
54.4%
ELA
57.8%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
63.5%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Jackson Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in WV
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1601 34th St, Vienna, WV 26105

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hamilton Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Parkersburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Van Devender Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Parkersburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Vienna, see our Vienna schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Vienna Elementary School Vienna 0.6 mi 8.9
Neale Elementary School Vienna 0.8 mi 8.2
Greenmont Elementary School Vienna 1.6 mi 6.1
Emerson Elementary School Parkersburg 2.6 mi 7.2
NORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parkersburg 2.7 mi 5.9
Van Devender Middle School Parkersburg 2.6 mi 6.5
Madison Elementary School Parkersburg 2.8 mi 8.9
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg 2.8 mi 7.7
PARKERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Parkersburg 3.1 mi 8.3
Parkersburg High School Parkersburg 3.2 mi 5.1
Criss Elementary School Parkersburg 3.8 mi 8.4
Jefferson Elementary Center Parkersburg 4.0 mi 7.5
PARKERSBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parkersburg 4.0 mi 6.7
Belpre High School Belpre 4.0 mi 7.3
PARKERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parkersburg 4.1 mi 6.2
Belpre Elementary School Belpre 4.5 mi 7.6
Belpre Blue Sky Academy Belpre 4.6 mi
Fairplains Elementary School Parkersburg 5.6 mi 8.3
Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg 5.6 mi 5.8
Franklin Elementary Center Parkersburg 5.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,549

Median Home Value

$162,100

Median Rent

$859/mo

Population

12,297

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

75.6%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 7.7
Dunbar Middle School Dunbar, WV 7.6
Charles Town Middle School Charles Town, WV 7.5
Huntington Middle School Huntington, WV 7.5
Ripley Middle School Ripley, WV 7.9
Wildwood Middle School Shenandoah Junction, WV 7.9

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 476 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Middle School is 15.4:1. 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 WV?

Jackson Middle School ranks #154 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Jackson Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Wood County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

District

WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
11,310
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,900
District Rank
#9 of 24

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