Serving 463 students in grades 6-8, Jackson Central Merry Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Central Merry Middle School's student population of 463 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Central Merry Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Central Merry Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1657 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
16%
Black
67%
20%
White
4%
57%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Central Merry Middle School's ranking?
Jackson Central Merry Middle School is ranked #1657 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Jackson Central Merry Middle School?
463 students attend Jackson Central Merry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Jackson Central Merry Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Jackson Central Merry Middle School offer ?
Jackson Central Merry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jackson Central Merry Middle School part of?
Jackson Central Merry Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
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