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Best 49201 Michigan Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,551 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 25% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).

Best 49201, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyle A Torrant Center
Special Education School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1175 W Parnall Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 787-8910
Gr: PK-12 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Paragon Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3750 Mccain Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 750-9500
Gr: K-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Youth Home Jackson Isd
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
930 Fleming Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2111 Emmons Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 705-5732
Gr: 6-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Northwest Kidder Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6700 Rives Junction Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 817-4703
Gr: 6-8 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Da Vinci Schools 612
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2985 Springport Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Gr: 6-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
East Jackson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4340 Walz Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 764-1810
Gr: K-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 49201 Michigan

49201, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
900 E. Pearl Street
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2700
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Minority enrollment: 39%
2255 Emmons Rd.
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 796-0031
Gr: 9-12
6900 Rives Junction Road
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 569-2247
Gr: K-1 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
6700 Browns Lake Rd
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 768-5200
Gr: 2-12
1226 S Wisner St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 990-8088
Gr: PK-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
215 West Michigan Ave
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2209
Gr: 3
310 West Morrell St
Jackson, MI 49201
(517) 841-2801
Gr: 6-12

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?
7 public elementary schools are located in 49201.
What is the racial composition of students in 49201?
49201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).

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