Serving 322 students in grades 6-12, Jackson Preparatory Early College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Preparatory Early College's student population of 322 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Preparatory Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Preparatory Early College is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1464 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
68%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Preparatory Early College's ranking?
Jackson Preparatory Early College is ranked #1464 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Preparatory Early College?
The graduation rate of Jackson Preparatory Early College is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Jackson Preparatory Early College?
322 students attend Jackson Preparatory Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Jackson Preparatory Early College students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Preparatory Early College?
Jackson Preparatory Early College has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson Preparatory Early College offer ?
Jackson Preparatory Early College offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Preparatory Early College part of?
Jackson Preparatory Early College is part of Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District.
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