Serving 919 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Jackson Day School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackson Day School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jackson Day School's student population of 919 students has grown by 125% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Jackson Day School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Day School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
45%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-89%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
9%
52%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Day School's ranking?
Jackson Day School is ranked #893 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jackson Day School often compared to?
Jackson Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Island Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Day School?
The graduation rate of Jackson Day School is 80-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Jackson Day School?
919 students attend Jackson Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Jackson Day School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jackson Day School?
Jackson Day School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jackson Day School offer ?
Jackson Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Day School part of?
Jackson Day School is part of Jackson Day School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackson Day School located?
Jackson Day School is located in the Toddville Road neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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