Top Rankings
Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 260 students in Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District. This district's average testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
Public School in Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Overview
This School District
This State (MI)
# Schools
1 School
3,462 Schools
# Students
260 Students
1,367,533 Students
# Teachers
13 Teachers
82,879 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
20:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District, which is ranked within the top 30% of all 844 school districts in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 75% has increased from 21-39% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#220 out of 862 school districts
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Graduation Rate
75%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(2022-23)44.6%
33.3%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.55
0.57
% American Indian
n/a
1%
% Asian
2%
4%
% Hispanic
7%
9%
% Black
17%
18%
% White
65%
63%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $12,831 in this school district is less than the state median of $18,629. The school district revenue/student has grown by 41% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $11,892 is less than the state median of $17,806. The school district spending/student has grown by 43% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$3 MM
$25,476 MM
Spending
$3 MM
$24,351 MM
Revenue / Student
$12,831
$18,629
Spending / Student
$11,892
$17,806
Best Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Gr: 6-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District?
Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District manages 1 public schools serving 260 students.
What is the rank of Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District?
Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District is ranked #238 out of 844 school districts in Michigan (top 30%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Michigan school districts for: Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%) and Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District?
65% of Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District?
Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District has a student/teacher ratio of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What is Jackson Preparatory & Early College School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $11,892 is less than the state median of $17,806. The school district spending/student has grown by 43% over four school years.
Recent Articles
How to Evaluate School Safety Beyond Headlines
Learn how to evaluate school safety beyond headlines by examining reliable data, school climate, emergency planning, bullying prevention, communication, student experiences, and everyday security practices before choosing a school.
Choosing a Public School for Executive Function Needs
Learn how to choose a public school for a child with executive function challenges by evaluating routines, classroom support, organization, accommodations, communication, transitions, and special education services before enrollment.
What School Climate Surveys Tell You Before Enrolling
Learn how school climate surveys reveal student safety, belonging, relationships, engagement, and support, and how families can interpret results carefully before choosing a public school for their child today.
