For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 311 students in Jackson, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 195 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Jackson, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Jackson, NC are Northampton Virtual Academy and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jackson, NC (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northampton Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 N Church St
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-1371
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-1371
Grades: K-12
| 36 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9742 Nc Hwy 305
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-3381
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-3381
Grades: PK-3
| 275 students
Jackson, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8380 Hwy 305 S
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jackson, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Jackson, NC include Northampton Virtual Academy and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jackson?
2 public schools are located in Jackson.
What percentage of students in Jackson go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Jackson are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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