The G. Robert Cotton Correctional Facility is a state prison for men located in Jackson, Jackson County, Michigan, owned and operated by the Michigan Department of Corrections. This facility dates from 1985.
Cotton Correctional Facility serves 6 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cotton Correctional Facility ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cotton Correctional Facility's student population of 6 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1985
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cotton Correctional Facility is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
67%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cotton Correctional Facility?
6 students attend Cotton Correctional Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cotton Correctional Facility students are Black, and 33% of students are White.
What grades does Cotton Correctional Facility offer ?
Cotton Correctional Facility offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cotton Correctional Facility part of?
Cotton Correctional Facility is part of Michigan Department Of Corrections School District.
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