For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,808 students in 38305, TN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 38305, TN are Jackson Academic Steam Academy, North Side High School and Liberty Technology Magnet High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 38305 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Tennessee public high school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 38305, TN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 38305 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Tennessee average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Side High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Tennessee or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 38305, TN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Academic Steam Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1938 Emporium Dr
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 664-2500
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 664-2500
Gr: K-12 | 301 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
North Side High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3066 North Highland
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-3171
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 668-3171
Gr: 9-12 | 903 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Liberty Technology Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3470 Ridgecrest Road
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 423-9086
Jackson, TN 38305
(731) 423-9086
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 38305, TN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 38305, TN include Jackson Academic Steam Academy, North Side High School and Liberty Technology Magnet High School.
How many public high schools are located in 38305?
3 public high schools are located in 38305.
What is the racial composition of students in 38305?
38305 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public high schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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