For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,474 students in 49202, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 920 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 49202, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49202, MI are Way East Jackson, East Jackson Secondary School and Northwest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49202 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 48% statewide average). Schools in 49202, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best 49202, MI Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Way East Jackson
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
345 N Dettman
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 945-1335
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 945-1335
Grades: 7-12
| 47 students
Rank: #22.
East Jackson Secondary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1566 North Sutton Rd
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-1700
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-1700
Grades: 7-12
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3757 Lansing Ave
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 817-4704
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 817-4704
Grades: 3-5
| 790 students
Rank: #44.
Jps Montessori Center
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
820 Bennett St
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-3870
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-3870
Grades: K-5
| 135 students
Rank: #55.
South Central Michigan Virtual
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Jackson Crossing
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-2820
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-2820
Grades: K-12
| 353 students
Rank: #66.
Da Vinci Institute K5
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
559 Murphy St
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 780-9980
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 780-9980
Grades: PK-5
| 104 students
Rank: #77.
Hunt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1143 North Brown St
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-2610
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-2610
Grades: K-5
| 361 students
Rank: #88.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1024 Fleming Ave
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-2501
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 841-2501
Grades: K-5
| 464 students
Rank: n/an/a
3735 Lansing Ave
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 817-4946
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 817-4946
Grades: PK-2
| 840 students
49202, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Da Vinci Institute (6-8) Middle School (Closed 2009)
Charter School
555 Murphy Street
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 780-9980
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 780-9980
Grades: 6-8
| 50 students
1566 N Sutton Road
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-6010
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-6010
Grades: 7-8
| 145 students
345 North Dettman Rd
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 784-7131
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 784-7131
Grades: K-3
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 49202, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49202, MI include Way East Jackson, East Jackson Secondary School and Northwest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 49202, MI?
9 public schools are located in 49202, MI.
What percentage of students in 49202, MI go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 49202, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49202, MI?
49202, MI public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
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