For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,573 students in Jackson, MO (there are 3 private schools, serving 792 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Jackson, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Jackson, MO are West Lane Elementary School, Jackson Sr. High School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Missouri public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Jackson, MO (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Lane Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
338 N West Ln
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9565
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9565
Grades: K-4
| 368 students
Rank: #22.
Jackson Sr. High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
315 S Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9513
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9513
Grades: 9-12
| 1,712 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
East Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
455 N. Lacey Street
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-5271
Grades: PK-4
| 675 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
North Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10730 State Hwy W
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9590
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9590
Grades: K-4
| 242 students
Rank: #55.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1651 W Independence St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9543
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9543
Grades: 5-6
| 819 students
Rank: #66.
Russell Hawkins Jr. High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 N West Ln
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9533
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9533
Grades: 7-8
| 900 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Orchard Drive Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1402 Orchard Dr
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9555
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9555
Grades: K-4
| 403 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
South Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1701 S Hope St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9575
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9575
Grades: K-4
| 410 students
Rank: n/an/a
614 East Adams St
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9580
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9580
Grades: K-2
| 44 students
Jackson, Missouri Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jackson, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Jackson, MO include West Lane Elementary School, Jackson Sr. High School and East Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jackson, MO?
9 public schools are located in Jackson, MO.
What percentage of students in Jackson, MO go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Jackson, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson, MO?
Jackson, MO public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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