Best Jackson Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 332 students in Jackson, MN.
The top-ranked public high school in Jackson, MN is Jackson County Central Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Minnesota public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public high schools.
Jackson, MN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Minnesota average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson County Central Senior High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Minnesota or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public High Schools in Jackson, MN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson County Central Senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1128 N Hwy
Jackson, MN 56143
(507) 847-5310
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson Co Central Credit Recovery
Alternative School
1128 North Highway
Jackson, MN 56143
(507) 847-5310
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Jackson, MN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Jackson, MN include Jackson County Central Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Jackson?
2 public high schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public high schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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