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Jackson County School District

Jackson County High School

  • B-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Gainesboro, TN
  • 62 reviews
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B-
    2. Diversity
      C
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      C+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C-
    6. Health & Safety
      C
    7. Administration
      C+
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Jackson County High School is a public school located in Gainesboro, TN. It has 449 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 47% of students are at least proficient in math and 37% in reading.
    Address
    190 Blue Devil Ln
    Gainesboro, TN 38562
    Telephone
    (931) 268-9771
    Website
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    Jackson County High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    37%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    47%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    —
    Average ACT
    24
    32 responses
    AP Enrollment
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    Living in the Area
    C-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      A-
    2. Good for Families
      C-
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $33,933
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $533
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $107,700
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    C
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    57%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.7 responses
    Poll
    43%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.7 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 15 responses
    Report
    • Homecoming
      33%
    • Christmas break
      20%
    • Nerd Night
      13%
    • Chicken
      7%
    • Homecoming
      7%
    • Not the chicken
      7%
    • Pep rallies
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    C
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    449
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    44%
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.9 responses
    44%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.9 responses
    56%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.9 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $41,237
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    13.8%
    22%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.9 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.9 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.9 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $9,214/ year
    National
    $12,239
    58%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.12 responses
    17%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.12 responses
    58%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.12 responses
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    Let me start off by saying this; I appreciate my school very much! My teachers are absolutely wonderful educators and deserve a hefty raise for how much they care for their students and lessons. The administration is so-so and definitely could give teachers more of the support that they need. Our maintenance and cafeteria staff always have a smile on their face and happy to help at any time. In other words, the staff is terrific. Unfortunately, the school’s culture is toxic and complacent. The students here have such an unwillingness to learn and refuse to put forth any effort into school. Although this is not true of everyone, this problem is rampant throughout the campus and leaves a lot of the teachers I have spoken to feeling frustrated.
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    One thing I love about my school is how close all the students and teachers become. Since it is a small school, most of us have the same classes together. The teachers also are able to have one on one time with most students who need it. My school experience here has overall been great. I have made many memories with my friends here and have gotten to know many of my teachers on another level than I would at a larger school since most of them are sports coaches and club sponsor. The teachers get to know you on a personal level; this has helped me a lot when it comes to learning in the classroom because it doesn't seem like the teachers are teaching as much as they are trying to help guide you throughout life.
    It is a small town school that is only concerned with football and girls basketball. I had select few teachers that actually cared about each students'success and future. Most teachers socialized more than teaching, and assigned busy work.