Jackson Public Schools

Located at 522 Wildwood Ave in Jackson, Michigan, Jackson Public Schools serves as an open, traditional public school district deeply rooted in its small-city community. Operating 13 active campuses across the Jackson metropolitan area, the district offers a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving a total enrollment of 4,310 students across primary and secondary levels, the district delivers comprehensive academic programs designed to prepare local youth for higher education and career pathways, maintaining strong community connections through its central administrative office and online portal at jpsk12.org.

The district's student body reflects a diverse community composition, featuring strong representation across multiracial, Black, White, and Hispanic student populations. To effectively serve these learners, Jackson Public Schools maintains a robust staffing framework totaling over 1,318 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. Academic instruction is anchored by nearly 519 FTE teachers, creating an exceptionally supportive environment with approximately eight students per teacher. This teaching faculty is bolstered by nearly 129 FTE instructional aides and over 671 FTE support staff, providing the holistic operational, specialized, and classroom support necessary to foster student achievement and well-being across all grade levels.