Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs's student population of 240 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs's ranking?
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs is ranked #1158 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs?
The graduation rate of Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs?
240 students attend Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs?
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs offer ?
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs part of?
Jackson Isd Local Based Special Education Programs is part of Jackson Independent School District.
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