For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 777 students in 49202, MI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 49202, MI is East Jackson Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 49202 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 49202, MI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 49202, MI Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Jackson Secondary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1566 N Sutton Rd
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-1700
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-1700
Gr: 7-12 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
49202, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
555 Murphy Street
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 780-9980
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 780-9980
Gr: 6-8 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 22%
1566 N Sutton Road
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-6010
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 764-6010
Gr: 7-8 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
345 North Dettman Rd
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 784-7131
Jackson, MI 49202
(517) 784-7131
Gr: K-3 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 49202, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 49202, MI include East Jackson Secondary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 49202?
3 public middle schools are located in 49202.
What is the racial composition of students in 49202?
49202 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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