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Big Jackson Public School
Elementary School · Big Jackson School District
4020 13 MILE RD, Paris, MI 49338
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Jackson Public School
Big Jackson Public School is a public elementary school in Paris, MI, part of the Big Jackson School District. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $64,297, where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Big Jackson Public School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Big Jackson Public School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- 4020 13 MILE RD, Paris, MI 49338
- Website
- bigjackson.ncats.net
- Phone
- (231) 796-8947
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
4020 13 MILE RD, Paris, MI 49338
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Jackson Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverview Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Big Rapids). Another option is GT Norman Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Reed City). Additionally, White Cloud Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby White Cloud). For more schools in Paris, see our Paris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,297
Median Home Value
$152,900
Median Rent
$947/mo
Population
1,861
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
33.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Jackson Public School has a median household income of $64,297. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $152,900, with a median rent of $947/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.3%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Jackson Public School
What grades does Big Jackson Public School serve?
Big Jackson Public School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Big Jackson Public School?
Big Jackson Public School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Jackson Public School?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Jackson Public School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Big Jackson Public School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Jackson Public School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Jackson Public School a charter school?
No, Big Jackson Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Jackson Public School a Title I school?
No, Big Jackson Public School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Jackson Public School?
100.0% of students at Big Jackson Public School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Newaygo County
- Phone
- (231) 796-8947
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Big Jackson School District- District Enrollment
- 20
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,350
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