Top 10 Best Jackson Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 2,898 students in Jackson, CA.
The top ranked public schools in Jackson, CA are County Community, Argonaut High School and Sutter Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Jackson, CA (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
County Community
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 1-12
| 15 students
Rank: #22.
Argonaut High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
501 Argonaut Ln.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 536 students
Rank: #33.
Sutter Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
340 Spanish St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7200
Grades: K-6
| 380 students
Rank: #44.
Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
220 Church St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5600
Grades: K-6
| 500 students
Rank: #55.
Pine Grove Elementary Stem Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
20101 State Highway 88
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 296-2800
Grades: K-6
| 255 students
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Magnet School For The Visual And Performing Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
24625 Highway 88
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 295-6500
Grades: K-6
| 153 students
Rank: #77.
Independence High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 57 students
Rank: #88.
Ione Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 393 students
Rank: #99.
Plymouth Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10601 Sherwood
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
Grades: K-6
| 186 students
Rank: #1010.
North Star Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7773
Grades: K-12
| 68 students
Rank: #1111.
Jackson Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
747 Sutter St.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 346 students
Rank: #1212.
Amador County Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5330
Grades: K-12
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Amador County Rop
Vocational School
217 Rex Ave.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5353
Grades: 12
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Jackson, California

Jackson, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
10010 Shenandoah Rd.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 245-4284
Grades: 7-8
| 41 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Jackson, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Jackson, CA include County Community, Argonaut High School and Sutter Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jackson?
13 public schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Jackson are often viewed compared to one another?

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