For the 2025-26 school year, there are 15 public high schools serving 3,046 students in 49201, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 49201, MI are Lyle A Torrant Center, Youth Home Jackson Isd and Jackson Preparatory Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 49201 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 49201, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 49201 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwest High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 49201, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1175 W Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Gr: 6-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Pathways
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
544 Wildwood Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3729
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3729
Gr: 9-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Northwest Connect
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Gr: 7-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Northwest High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Van Horn Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4702
Gr: 9-12 | 954 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #77.
Jackson High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
544 Wildwood Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3700
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-3700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,027 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Da Vinci Schools 612
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Gr: 6-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Cooper Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3100 Cooper St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-6175
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-6175
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Cotton Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3500 N Elm Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-5000
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Egeler Correctional Facility
Alternative School
3855 Cooper St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-5600
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-5600
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson Area Career Center
Vocational School
6800 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5163
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5163
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Jackson County Jail
Alternative School
212 W Wesley St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2208
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2208
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Parnall Correctional Facility
Alternative School
1780 E Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-6004
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 780-6004
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Sai Camp Cassidy Lake
Alternative School
3100 Cooper St
Jackson, MI 49201
(734) 475-1368
Jackson, MI 49201
(734) 475-1368
Gr: 12
49201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
900 E. Pearl Street
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Minority enrollment: 39%
6900 Rives Junction Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Gr: K-1 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
1226 S Wisner St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Ta Wilson School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
310 West Morrell St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 49201, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 49201, MI include Lyle A Torrant Center, Youth Home Jackson Isd and Jackson Preparatory Early College.
How many public high schools are located in 49201?
15 public high schools are located in 49201.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201?
49201 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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