For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,830 students in Jackson, MO.
The top-ranked public high school in Jackson, MO is Jackson Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jackson, MO public high school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Jackson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Missouri public high schools.
Jackson, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jackson Sr. High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Jackson, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Sr. High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
315 S Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9513
Jackson, MO 63755
(573) 243-9513
Gr: 9-12 | 1,830 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Jackson, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Jackson, MO include Jackson Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in Jackson?
1 public high schools are located in Jackson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jackson?
Jackson public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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