For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,014 students in 38301, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38301, TN are Madison Academic Magnet High School, Jackson Central-merry Early College High School and South Side High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38301 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38301, TN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38301 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Madison Academic Magnet High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38301, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Academic Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
575 Lambuth Ave
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 427-3501
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 427-3501
Gr: 9-12 | 483 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Central-merry Early College High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
215 Allen Ave
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 664-2575
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 664-2575
Gr: 9-12 | 268 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
South Side High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
84 Harts Bridge Rd
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 422-9923
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 422-9923
Gr: 9-12 | 756 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Parkview Prep Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
905 E. Chester St
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 427-2841
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 427-2841
Gr: K-12
Rank: #55.
Jackson Central Merry High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
332 Lane Ave
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 506-2290
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 506-2290
Gr: 9-12 | 507 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38301, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38301, TN include Madison Academic Magnet High School, Jackson Central-merry Early College High School and South Side High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38301?
5 public high schools are located in 38301.
What is the racial composition of students in 38301?
38301 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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