Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School

Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
801 Glenwood Ave SE,  Atlanta, GA
Grant Park Neighborhood
Atlanta Public Schools
3.6
4.1
1,551 Students
B
Niche Grade
Providing the final stages for the primary education of almost 1500 students from 9th to 12th grade, Maynard H. Jackson High School is the largest public school in the Grant Park area. Named after the first African-American mayor of both Atlanta and any major southern city, the school strives to provide an accessible and empowering education producing knowledgeable and compassionate citizens ready to pursue their goals in both the academic and professional fields. The school offers advanced placement courses including 2-D art and design, calculus, computer science, macroeconomics, and psychology as well as fine arts courses including band, orchestra, dance, theater, and visual arts. The school also provides an extensive college advisory program, offering to meet one-on-one with students to help them plan their trajectory for higher education, including student aid and assistance with the enrollment process. Jackson High also sponsors a number of clubs including the Jazzy Jags Marching Band, Engineering and Robotics Team, FCA, JROTC, and Model UN. Students also have their choice of sports teams such as varsity football, softball, cross country, volleyball, basketball, golf, lacrosse, and riflery.

School Details

Head of School
Adam Danser
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1090
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
28%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.45
Graduation Rate
89%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.45
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
28%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
115
Full Time Teachers
115
Teachers in First or Second Year
19.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1090
Math
530
Verbal
560
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
13%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

5
Test Scores
3
Equity
6
College Readiness
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
353:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%
Black
73.3%
White
16.3%
Hispanic
7.4%
Two or more races
2.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Georgia State University 568 Students
University of Georgia 421 Students
Emory University 255 Students
Kennesaw State University 254 Students
Clark Atlanta University 254 Students
Albany State University 242 Students
Georgia Southern University 237 Students
Savannah State University 203 Students
Auburn University 195 Students
The University of Alabama 170 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 197 Students
Psychology 140 Students
Nursing 137 Students
Biology 132 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 59 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 52 Students
Pre-Law Studies 50 Students
Marketing 49 Students
Computer Science 47 Students
Film and Video Studies 43 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 296 Reviews
1.0 Freshman
8/17/2025
somebody got stabbed while i was there and there are LOTS of fights.over all very bad and i very much dont recomend
4.0 Junior
7/25/2025
My best experience at Maynard Jackson was being around people that had the same interest as me and finally branching out. Maynard also allowed me to really find a subject that I loved without being judged for it. The only flaw at Maynard would be that it takes a while to find people like you because everyone is trying to fit in. The only thing I would like to see get changed at Maynard is more diversity in the clubs and activities we have
5.0 Senior
7/20/2025
My overall 9th through 12th grade experience at Maynard Jackson high school was amazing because I changed a lot and it taught me how to be myself overtime I spent a lot of ups and downs but overall I got my successfulness and I'm about to get ready for college and my grades are great
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4.1 17 Reviews
5.0 student
6/23/2024
Maynard Jackson is a really good school definitely would recommend putting your high schooler here!
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2.0 parent
3/28/2023
I tried at this school but foster and the administration are awful they targeted me and provided little to no support for my 504 plan there’s no reason for expulsion for a vape device this school needs some real change and quick. All the students and employees for the most part are cool.
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5.0 parent
9/2/2022
Some people at this school are friendly, just got to find the right people. The teachers there are very good, and actually help with the work. They really want you to pass and if you don't then they're other sources you can use/do to pass. Some of the clubs are fun too, and the groups as well. The u...
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5.0 parent
7/18/2016
The principal has been very friendly and welcoming every time I have visited the school.
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Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School

Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Atlanta, GA and is served by the Atlanta Public Schools in Georgia. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,551 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.45, the graduation rate is 89%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1090 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $658,468. Discover additional schools in the area, like Crim High School, Midtown High School, Carver Early College, and more. Learn more about what Atlanta has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Maynard Holbrook Jackson High School.

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