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Best Schools in Jackson, Mississippi
Compare 43 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
43
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
19,854
Total Students
Across Jackson
14.3:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
43 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score14%
ELA Assessment Score20%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)8 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)11 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 704 students at Powell Middle School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 2:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Green Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
610 Forest Avenue, Jackson, MS 39206
2.5
Rating
Students
365
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Reimagine Prep
charter schoolmiddleGrade 5-8
309 W. Mcdowell Rd., Jackson, MS 39204
2.3
Rating
Students
457
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
26%
Timberlawn Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1980 N. Siwell Road, Jackson, MS 39209
2.2
Rating
Students
295
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
15%
Mcleod Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
1616 Sandlewood Place, Jackson, MS 39211
2.2
Rating
Students
343
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
15%
North Jackson Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
650 James M. Davis Drive, Jackson, MS 39206
2.2
Rating
Students
346
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
15%
Pecan Park Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
415 Claiborne Ave, Jackson, MS 39209
2.1
Rating
Students
510
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
15%
Ms School For The Blind
publichighGrade 1-12
1252 Eastover Drive, Jackson, MS 39211
2
Rating
Students
42
Student-Teacher
2:1
ELA Proficiency
20%
Math Proficiency
20%
Clausell Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
3330 Harley Street, Jackson, MS 39209
2
Rating
Students
231
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
17%
Kirksey Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
5677 Highland Drive, Jackson, MS 39206
1.9
Rating
Students
389
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
19%
Wilkins Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1970 Castle Hill Drive, Jackson, MS 39204
1.8
Rating
Students
434
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
13%
Galloway Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
186 Idlewild Street, Jackson, MS 39203
1.7
Rating
Students
296
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
12%
Oak Forest Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1831 Smallwood Street, Jackson, MS 39212
1.7
Rating
Students
436
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
12%
Bates Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
3180 Mcdowell Rd. Ext., Jackson, MS 39204
1.6
Rating
Students
482
Student-Teacher
18:1
ELA Proficiency
24%
Math Proficiency
7%
Midtown Public Charter School
charter schoolmiddlePK-8
4795 Interstate 55 North Frontage Road, Jackson, MS 39206
1.4
Rating
Students
420
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
11%
Isable Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
1716 Isable Street, Jackson, MS 39204
1.2
Rating
Students
244
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Walton Elementary School
publicelementaryPK-5
3200 Bailey Avenue, Jackson, MS 39213
1.2
Rating
Students
457
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
17%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Boyd Elementary School
publicelementaryK-5
4531 Broadmeadow Street, Jackson, MS 39206
1.2
Rating
Students
424
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
8%
Blackburn Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1311 W Pearl St, Jackson, MS 39203
1.2
Rating
Students
317
Student-Teacher
7:1
ELA Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
10%
Powell Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
3655 Livingston Road, Jackson, MS 39213
1
Rating
Students
704
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
6%
Math Proficiency
10%
Ms School For The Deaf
publichighK-12
1253 Eastover Drive, Jackson, MS 39211
1
Rating
Students
67
Student-Teacher
4:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
10%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Jackson
Jackson, Mississippi is home to 43 schools serving over 19,854 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jackson, Mississippi?
There are 43 schools in Jackson, serving 19,854 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Jackson?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Jackson include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Jackson?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Jackson is 14.3:1.