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Best Jackson Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 308 students in Jackson, NC (there are , 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Jackson, NC (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northampton Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
701 N Church St
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 585-1900
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9742 Nc Hwy 305
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-3381
Gr: PK-3 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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Jackson, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
8380 Hwy 305 S
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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