Serving 79 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jackson Alternative School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Alternative School's student population of 79 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Alternative School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Alternative School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3593 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jackson School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Alternative School's ranking?
Jackson Alternative School is ranked #3593 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Jackson Alternative School is 20%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jackson Alternative School?
79 students attend Jackson Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jackson Alternative School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Alternative School?
Jackson Alternative School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson Alternative School offer ?
Jackson Alternative School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Alternative School part of?
Jackson Alternative School is part of Jackson School District.
School Calendar
View the Jackson Alternative School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Good Friday - Schools Closed
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
Memorial Day - Schools Closed
May 25, 2026 (Monday)
End of 2nd Semester/ Students' Last Day
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
Teacher Workday/Teachers' Last Day
May 29, 2026 (Friday)
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