Jackson Center High School is a public high school in Jackson Center, Ohio. It is the only high school in the Jackson Center Local Schools district. The Tigers wear orange and black and compete in the Shelby County Athletic League.
Serving 246 students in grades 7-12, Jackson Center High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 49:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Center High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jackson Center High School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Orange and Black
School Rankings
Jackson Center High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Center High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#574 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
49:1
17:1
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
97%
65%
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Center High School's ranking?
Jackson Center High School is ranked #574 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Center High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson Center High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jackson Center High School?
246 students attend Jackson Center High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Jackson Center High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Center High School?
Jackson Center High School has a student ration of 49:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson Center High School offer ?
Jackson Center High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Center High School part of?
Jackson Center High School is part of Jackson Center Local School District.
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