North Side High School is one of the five public high schools in the city of Jackson, Tennessee and a part of the Jackson-Madison County School System. Within the state, the school is commonly known as Jackson North Side.
Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, North Side High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Side High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Side High School's student population of 925 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1943
Colors
Blue, Gold
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Best by Any Measure
School Rankings
North Side High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Side High School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1659 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
57%
21%
White
20%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Side High School's ranking?
North Side High School is ranked #1659 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are North Side High School often compared to?
North Side High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Technology Magnet High School, Madison Academic Magnet High School, South Side High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Side High School?
The graduation rate of North Side High School is 89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Side High School?
925 students attend North Side High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Side High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Side High School?
North Side High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Side High School offer ?
North Side High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Side High School part of?
North Side High School is part of Madison County School District.
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