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Jackson Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 985 students

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4 stars

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2013:
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2012:
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2011:
Based on 1 rating
2010:
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Posted May 4, 2013

Teachers are very supporting and caring for their students, but they have various discipline problems that need to be solved. Students are very disrespectful towards their teachers and they do what they desire without being given the right kind of consequence. According to students who attend this school the major reason of low test scores this year are the discipline problems that interfere with the everyday lessons taught by the teachers. It's a good school with great teachers, but I suggest there should be more parent involvement.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2013

The so called "parent" who wrote the earlier review clearly is not a member of the community or probably has a child who ever attended my school. I've been an educator at this excellent campus for the past seven years and as one of the leaders of the school, I would have been one of the first contacts if any parent had any concerns. I've received nothing but positive comments by outside observers of our faculty, the extra curricular programs and culture of tolerance that is supported at our school.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted August 8, 2012

Wow I when to this school back in 2000 ,2001 its a really good school good teachers they teach very well they have a good programs the bad think. Is some of the students when I was there for my 6grade there was nothing bu. Gangs you had to chose witch one to join in or to kick it for protection lol I was jump so many time cuz of the people I was kicking it with but I will not change nothing I was just telling my friends about when I lived in Houston. So now look at me I when to google to search my old middle school I can't wait to go visit its a good school moms just ask ur kids to be safe not to be around or kick it with any gangs, members if they don't wand trouble but yes when I was in that school it was years ago so the things may have change idk to every teacher there yal are doing a good job thanks.


Posted June 24, 2012

This is the worst school and horrible district altogether. My child since going there was assaulted, missing, kept after, bullied, and underminded all without notifying myself or my wife. I took my issues all the way to the superintendent because i was disgusted and furious with their so called policies and security that are never enforced. The staff is unprofessional, rude, and there isn't any communication what so ever. My child safety is #1 but this school doesn't care much about that.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 19, 2012

I have been to this school three times as a substitute teacher. My first experience, for a 6th grade Vanguard math teacher, was positive (expectations were high, and the students were well-behaved). My second experience, for an 8th grade English teacher, was quite negative. The teacher had gone on maternity leave, but the school had not bothered to get a long-term sub, there were NO lesson plans/materials whatsoever, and her students (about whom one of the employees warned me that morning), in spite of the fact that I had the principal come to the room, completely disregarded me. My third experience, for a 6th grade English teacher, was deplorable! Her students behaved so poorly that my nerves were frayed by the end of the day. I have not been back since. Unless your child is accepted into the Vanguard program, I would NOT recommend this school.


Posted January 10, 2012

Jackson middle school is great. They have positive teachers that are being led by a great principal. my daughter and I love the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 18, 2011

This is an outstanding school. This is my first year in this school and I already love it and can't wait until seventh grade. Kids at this school years back may have put a bad name to it but the principals are the best. They keep "us" students very calm. The teachers are excellent! Please do not listen to what every one says this school is like because most have only heard false accusations. The best school in Houston!!!


Posted December 15, 2008

I belive this is an outstanding school to be inrolled in.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 8, 2005

Very great school. Students are kept calm by administrators. Excellent, dedicated teachers and counselours. My daughter went there.
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

291 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
74%

2008

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

288 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
83%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

255 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
60%

2008

 
 
54%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

251 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
78%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

260 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
81%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

311 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

312 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
89%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

309 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
58%

2008

 
 
55%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

310 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
85%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students82%
Female85%
Male80%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education44%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)79%
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant82%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students78%
Female82%
Male75%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic78%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged82%
Special education62%
Not special education79%
Limited English proficient (LEP)66%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant78%
Gifted/talented94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students85%
Female85%
Male84%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education46%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)77%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented98%

Reading

All Students76%
Female78%
Male75%
Black or African American60%
Asiann/a
Hispanic77%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Special education33%
Not special education78%
Limited English proficient (LEP)65%
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant77%
Gifted/talented95%

Writing

All Students85%
Female90%
Male81%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic85%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education44%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)72%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant85%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Special education67%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)92%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students95%
Female96%
Male95%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic95%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education69%
Not special education96%
Limited English proficient (LEP)91%
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant95%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students84%
Female83%
Male84%
Black or African American80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Special education73%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)75%
Proficient in English89%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant84%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students98%
Female99%
Male96%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education92%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)96%
Proficient in English98%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Academically Acceptable".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 96% 48%
Black 3% 14%
White 1% 34%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 4%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 9%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 17%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 28%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 95%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 16%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 27%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 17%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 22%N/A23%
21 or more years 19%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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5100 Polk St
Houston, TX 77023
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Phone: (713) 924-1760

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