Serving 364 students in grades 7-12, East Jackson Secondary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Jackson Secondary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Jackson Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Jackson Secondary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Jackson Secondary School's ranking?
East Jackson Secondary School is ranked #2601 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Jackson Secondary School often compared to?
East Jackson Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Jackson Secondary School?
The graduation rate of East Jackson Secondary School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend East Jackson Secondary School?
364 students attend East Jackson Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of East Jackson Secondary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Jackson Secondary School?
East Jackson Secondary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Jackson Secondary School offer ?
East Jackson Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is East Jackson Secondary School part of?
East Jackson Secondary School is part of East Jackson Community Schools School District.
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