For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,871 students in 49201, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49201, MI are Lyle A Torrant Center, Paragon Charter Academy and Youth Home Jackson Isd. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best 49201, MI Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1175 W Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Grades: PK-12
| 181 students
Rank: #22.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Grades: PK-8
| 620 students
Rank: #33.
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
| 12 students
Rank: #44.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Grades: 6-12
| 287 students
Rank: #55.
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 Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Grades: PK-12
| 232 students
Rank: #66.
Northwest Kidder Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Grades: 6-8
| 790 students
Rank: #77.
Da Vinci Institute 612
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Grades: 6-12
| 383 students
Rank: #88.
East Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4340 Walz Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 764-1810
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 764-1810
Grades: K-6
| 366 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
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 2023)
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 elementary schools in 49201, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49201, MI include Lyle A Torrant Center, Paragon Charter Academy and Youth Home Jackson Isd.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49201?
8 public elementary schools are located in 49201.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201?
49201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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