For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 3,645 students in 49201, MI.
The top ranked public middle schools in 49201, MI are Northwest Alternative High School, Lyle A Torrant Center and Youth Home Jackson Isd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 49201, MI Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwest Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6900 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Grades: 7-12
| 125 students
Rank: #22.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1175 West Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Grades: PK-12
| 173 students
Rank: #33.
Youth Home Jackson Isd
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
930 Fleming Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: 3-12
| 19 students
Rank: #44.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Grades: K-8
| 640 students
Rank: #55.
Northwest High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4200 Van Horn Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Grades: 8-12
| 1,034 students
Rank: #66.
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6700 Browns Lake Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: PK-12
| 176 students
Rank: #77.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-2093
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-2093
Grades: 6-12
| 322 students
Rank: #88.
Northwest Kidder Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Grades: 6-8
| 819 students
Rank: #99.
Da Vinci Institute 612
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 6-12
| 337 students
49201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 E. Pearl Street
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Grades: K-5
| 386 students
2255 Emmons Rd.
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
6900 Rives Junction Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Grades: K-1
| 420 students
6700 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5200
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5200
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Jso - Prodigy (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
215 West Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2209
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2209
Grades: 3
| n/a students
Ta Wilson School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
310 West Morrell St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 49201, MI?
The top ranked public middle schools in 49201, MI include Northwest Alternative High School, Lyle A Torrant Center and Youth Home Jackson Isd.
How many public middle schools are located in 49201, MI?
9 public middle schools are located in 49201, MI.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201, MI?
49201, MI public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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