Jackson Academy

Jackson Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
4908 Ridgewood Rd,  Jackson, MS
4.4
3.6
1,200 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.73
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$14,700

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
B+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.73
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
185
Full Time Teachers
177
Part Time Teachers
8
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
560
Verbal
600
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
29
Science
27
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
84.9%
Black
13.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Two or more races
<1%
Hispanic
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best Private K12 Schools in Mississippi
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Mississippi 116 Students
Mississippi State University 97 Students
The University of Alabama 56 Students
Auburn University 38 Students
Louisiana State University 32 Students
Mississippi College 32 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 29 Students
Vanderbilt University 27 Students
Samford University 22 Students
Tulane University 20 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 34 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 30 Students
Business 26 Students
Psychology 25 Students
Chemistry 21 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 17 Students
Nursing 14 Students
Pre-Law Studies 11 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 11 Students
Engineering 10 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 64 Reviews
4.0 Junior
5/1/2023
I have been at JA since my freshman year of highschool and I can say I am glad I came. Yes, there is a lack of diversity in the school but that was as expected. Being a black student myself I haven't had any issues concerning my race.
5.0 Senior
4/26/2023
I have enjoyed the past 5 years I have spent at Jackson Academy! The teachers are wonderful and truly care about the success of their students! I have made life-long friends and memories that I will forever cherish!
3.0 Senior
1/20/2023
Education is pretty average. Teachers are nice and helpful. Many extracurricular activities you can get involved in.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/26/2023
My daughter and son says the students are nicer here than any other school. The school staff is amazing. Great looking football field and gym! Everyone I have talked to loves Jackson Academy!
1.0 parent
3/31/2021
Awful school. bad location. bullying. homework is to hard
3.0 parent
11/18/2020
Academically, they do a very good job. If you are a minority of any sort do not expect to be accepted (but you know this already). Blonde moms of JA do not have patience nor curiosity for the unknown. If you don’t care about socializing with other parents and care only about education for you kid, t...
4.0 other
8/16/2014
Jackson academy's greatest treasure is their teachers. Many teachers go above and beyond their contracted duties through bible studies, outdoor trips, or just after school mentoring. As someone who has been both a student and a teacher at JA, I have watched it grow and change. Many things have chang...

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Jackson Academy is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 4908 Ridgewood Rd in Jackson, MS. Annual tuition is $14,700. The school has a total enrollment of 1,200 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Jackson Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.73, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $174,756. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Education Center School, Jackson Preparatory School, New Hope Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Jackson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Jackson Academy.

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