Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, Jackson County Central Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson County Central Senior High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Jackson school district, covering approximately 441 square miles around Jackson, MN, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 13.3 miles, while the furthest edge extends up to 21.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson County Central Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jackson County Central Senior High School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jackson County Central Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson County Central Senior High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1541 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson County Central Senior High School's ranking?
Jackson County Central Senior High School is ranked #1541 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson County Central Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson County Central Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Jackson County Central Senior High School?
332 students attend Jackson County Central Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Jackson County Central Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson County Central Senior High School?
Jackson County Central Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jackson County Central Senior High School offer ?
Jackson County Central Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson County Central Senior High School part of?
Jackson County Central Senior High School is part of Jackson County Central School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
There are growing complaints of school bus drivers abusing students, teacher aids verbally abusing students. Do not enroll your child in JCC school district.
5 10/10/2025
A great school where the faculty always tries to help their students perform as well as they can both academically and personally.
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