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9 schools in Jackson

Missouri · Public K-12

Jackson has 9 public K-12 schools on the books today, teaching approximately 5,791 Missouri students across 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Jackson

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
5,748
+599 (+12%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
90%
was 91%
% Hispanic
3%
was 3%
% Black
3%
was 2%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
EAST ELEMENTARYElementaryPK-04726
GORDONVILLE ATTENDANCE CTRElementaryKG-0243
JACKSON MIDDLEMiddle05-06850
JACKSON SR. HIGHHigh09-121,830
NORTH ELEM.ElementaryKG-04249
ORCHARD DRIVE ELEM.ElementaryKG-04404
RUSSELL HAWKINS JR. HIGHMiddle07-08867
SOUTH ELEM.ElementaryKG-04433
WEST LANE ELEM.ElementaryKG-04389

About Jackson

Across Jackson, Missouri, 9 public schools enrolls about 5,791 students between them.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city covers 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high.

Per-campus enrollment runs near 643, higher than the state mean of about 382.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Jackson has rose 12% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 5,149 students to 5,748.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Jackson discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Jackson, Missouri?
There are 9 public K-12 schools in Jackson, with a combined enrollment of about 5,791.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Jackson?
Jackson has 6 elementary, 2 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Jackson?
JACKSON SR. HIGH is the largest public school in Jackson by enrollment, with approximately 1,830 students.
What school districts serve Jackson?
Jackson public schools are operated by JACKSON R-II.
What grade levels do public schools in Jackson cover?
Public schools in Jackson serve students from pre-K through grade 12.