Serving 82 students in grades 9-12, Jackson Pathways ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Pathways ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jackson Pathways's student population of 82 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jackson Pathways ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Pathways is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
39%
18%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Pathways's ranking?
Jackson Pathways is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Pathways?
The graduation rate of Jackson Pathways is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Jackson Pathways?
82 students attend Jackson Pathways.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jackson Pathways students are Black, 32% of students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Pathways?
Jackson Pathways has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackson Pathways offer ?
Jackson Pathways offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Pathways part of?
Jackson Pathways is part of Jackson School District.
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