What grades does West Jackson Middle School serve?

As a Middle school, West Jackson Middle School serves students in Jefferson, GA. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is West Jackson Middle School located?

You can find West Jackson Middle School in Jefferson, GA.

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

At West Jackson Middle School, there are approximately 15.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Jefferson, GA?

West Jackson Middle School is among the schools serving Jefferson, GA. The school is part of the local school system.

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West Jackson Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|Jefferson, Georgia|Jackson County

Jefferson, GA 30549

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Fall Break - Jackson County Schools

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Winter Break - Jackson County Schools

Jan

Mon

Martin Luther King Jr. DayEventDistrict-wide

No School - Jackson County Schools

Feb

Mon

Presidents' DayEventDistrict-wide

No School - Jackson County Schools

Mar

Fri

Student HolidayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

6–8

Enrollment

858

Student:Teacher

15.6:1

Locale

Rural

District

Jackson County

Econ. Disadvantaged

34.7%

Phone

(706)654-2775

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

43%

63th percentile in GA

Math Proficiency

39%

59th percentile in GA

Chronic Absenteeism

5.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

249 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.8:1

Better than average in GA

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,355

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

80.82

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.40000001

Social Workers

0.30000001

Nurses

1.1

School Resource Officers

0.75

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,848

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,552

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,117

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 44%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$400,873

+0.3% 1yr+43.5% 5yr

Jefferson, GA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.4%

Below 150% poverty line

3.6%

Unemployment rate

11.8%

Uninsured residents

12.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,713

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,624

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

422 (26%)

Speech/Language Impairment

324 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

288 (18%)

Autism

194 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

110 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

74 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

951

Current enrollment

Declining(-16% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 8, 2026

Fall Break

Fall Break - Jackson County Schools

Break

Mon, Nov 23, 2026

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break - Jackson County Schools

Break

Thu, Dec 17, 2026

Winter Break

Winter Break - Jackson County Schools

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Jackson County. West Jackson Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Jackson County Schools	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Fall Break - Jackson County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving Break - Jackson County Schools	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Winter Break - Jackson County Schools	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide No School - Jackson County Schools	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide No School - Jackson County Schools	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Student Holiday - Jackson County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Break - Jackson County Schools	Break	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Student Holiday - Jackson County Schools	Holiday	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Last Day of School - Jackson County Schools	Event	—