District Overview
Headquartered at 614 E Adams Street in Jackson, Missouri, the Jackson R-II School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant community within the Cape Girardeau metropolitan area. Situated in a small suburban setting, the district operates eight academic campuses delivering a seamless educational pathway from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Jackson R-II educates a student body of 5,748 children, fostering an engaging academic environment designed to prepare learners for post-secondary success. Community members, prospective families, and researchers can learn more about the district's offerings by visiting their official website at www.jacksonr2schools.com or contacting district leadership directly at (573) 243-9501.

To support student achievement and operational quality, Jackson R-II maintains a well-resourced educational framework backed by over 1,620 full-time equivalent staff members. The district's academic core features approximately 764 full-time equivalent teachers, complimented by 115 instructional aides who provide targeted classroom assistance and individual support. A dedicated team of roughly 741 support personnel further ensures that administrative, facilities, transportation, and specialized student service needs are seamlessly met across every campus. For parents evaluating local educational options and researchers studying Midwestern public school systems, Jackson R-II represents a stable, student-centered district committed to comprehensive growth and strong community connections.
8
Total Schools
5,748
Total Students
764.2
Full-Time Teachers
7.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JACKSON R-II
Demographic Student Count
White5,151
Hispanic159
Black156
Asian82
Two or More191
American Indian8
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    5,151 (89.6%)
  • Two or More
    191 (3.3%)
  • Hispanic
    159 (2.8%)
  • Black
    156 (2.7%)
  • Asian
    82 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in JACKSON R-II
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle2
High1
Other2
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:5,748*
Teachers (FTE):764.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.5
Schools in JACKSON R-II
Found 10 Schools