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 Jackson Pathways, Northwest Alternative High School and Lyle A Torrant Center. 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 23% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 48% 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)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Jackson Pathways
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
544 Wildwood Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3729
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3729
Grades: 9-12
| 83 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Northwest Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6900 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Grades: 7-12
| 125 students
Rank: #33.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1175 West Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Grades: PK-12
| 173 students
Rank: #44.
Youth Home Jackson Isd
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
930 Fleming Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: 3-12
| 19 students
Rank: #55.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Grades: K-8
| 640 students
Rank: #66.
Northwest High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4200 Van Horn Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Grades: 8-12
| 1,034 students
Rank: #77.
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs
Special Education School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6700 Browns Lake Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: PK-12
| 176 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Jackson High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
544 Wildwood Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3700
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,101 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-2093
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-2093
Grades: 6-12
| 322 students
Rank: #1010.
Northwest Kidder Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Grades: 6-8
| 819 students
Rank: #1111.
Da Vinci Institute 612
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 6-12
| 337 students
Rank: #1212.
East Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4340 Walz Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 764-1810
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jackson, MI 49201
(734) 475-1368
Grades: 12
| n/a students
49201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
900 E. Pearl Street
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Grades: K-5
| 386 students
2255 Emmons Rd.
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
6900 Rives Junction Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Grades: K-1
| 420 students
6700 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5200
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5200
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students
Jso - Prodigy (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
215 West Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2209
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2209
Grades: 3
| n/a students
Ta Wilson School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
310 West Morrell St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
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 Jackson Pathways, Northwest Alternative High School and Lyle A Torrant Center.
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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