Top 10 Best 49201 Michigan Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 5,223 students in 49201, MI (there are 3 private schools, serving 316 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 49201, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 49201, MI are Lyle A Torrant Center, Jackson Pathways and Northwest Alternative High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best 49201, MI Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1175 West Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Grades: PK-12
| 173 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Jackson Pathways
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
544 Wildwood Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3729
Grades: 9-12
| 83 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Northwest Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6900 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Grades: 7-12
| 125 students
Rank: #44.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Grades: K-8
| 640 students
Rank: #55.
Youth Home Jackson Isd
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
930 Fleming Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: 3-12
| 19 students
Rank: #66.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-2093
Grades: 6-12
| 322 students
Rank: #77.
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6700 Browns Lake Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: PK-12
| 176 students
Rank: #88.
Northwest High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4200 Van Horn Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Grades: 8-12
| 1,034 students
Rank: #99.
Northwest Kidder Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6700 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Grades: 6-8
| 819 students
Rank: #1010.
Jackson High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
544 Wildwood Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,101 students
Rank: #1111.
Da Vinci Institute 612
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 6-12
| 337 students
Rank: #1212.
East Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4340 Walz Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 764-1810
Grades: K-6
| 388 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cooper Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3100 Cooper St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-6175
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Cotton Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3500 North Elm Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
Egeler Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3855 Cooper St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-5600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson Area Career Center
Vocational School
6800 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5163
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson County Jail
Alternative School
212 W Wesley St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2157
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Local Based Special Education Early Childhood Programs
Special Education School
1175 W Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-3624
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Parnall Correctional Facility
Alternative School
1780 East Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-6004
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sai Camp Cassidy Lake
Alternative School
3100 Cooper St
Jackson, MI 49201
(734) 475-1368
Grades: 12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49201 Michigan

49201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
900 E. Pearl Street
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Grades: K-5
| 386 students
2255 Emmons Rd.
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
6900 Rives Junction Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Grades: K-1
| 420 students
6700 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5200
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
215 West Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2209
Grades: 3
| n/a students
310 West Morrell St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 49201, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 49201, MI include Lyle A Torrant Center, Jackson Pathways and Northwest Alternative High School.
How many public schools are located in 49201, MI?
20 public schools are located in 49201, MI.
What percentage of students in 49201, MI go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 49201, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 49201, MI?
49201, MI public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 35% (majority Black).

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