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Way East Jackson
High School · East Jackson Community Schools
1404 NORTH SUTTON RD, Jackson, MI 49202
Enrollment
24
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
24
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Way East Jackson
Way East Jackson is a public high school in Jackson, MI, part of the East Jackson Community Schools. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 6th – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $41,916, where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 24 students, Way East Jackson 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 1404 NORTH SUTTON RD, Jackson, MI 49202
- Website
- eastjacksonschools.org
- Phone
- (517) 945-1335
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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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.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1404 NORTH SUTTON RD, Jackson, MI 49202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Way East Jackson may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jackson Pathways (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away). Another option is Jackson High School (rated 5.9/10, 2.9 miles away). Additionally, Michigan Center JrSr High School (rated 4.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Michigan Center). For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Jackson Secondary School Jackson | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Youth Home Jackson ISD Jackson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Northeast Elementary School Jackson | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Arnold Elementary School Michigan Center | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Cotton Correctional Facility Jackson | 2.4 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Parnall Correctional Facility Jackson | 2.6 mi | — |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Jackson | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Michigan Center JrSr High School Michigan Center | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Keicher Elementary School Michigan Center | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Da Vinci Schools K5 Jackson | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Lyle A Torrant Center Jackson | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Jackson High School Jackson | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| DBA FELICIAN CHILDRENS CENTER Jackson | 2.9 mi | — |
| JPS Montessori Center Jackson | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Jackson Pathways Jackson | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| John R Lewis Elementary Jackson | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Northwest Early Elementary School Jackson | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Northwest Elementary School Jackson | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| South Central Michigan Virtual Jackson | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,916
Median Home Value
$104,100
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
18,763
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
54.4%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
36.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Way East Jackson has a median household income of $41,916. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $104,100, with a median rent of $915/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Algonac Alternative Education Clay, MI | — |
| Bay Pines Center Escanaba, MI | — |
| Bentley High School BOLD Academy Burton, MI | — |
| Birch Run Progressive High School Birch Run, MI | — |
| Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia, MI | — |
| CAPS Academy Coopersville, MI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Way East Jackson
What grades does Way East Jackson serve?
Way East Jackson serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Way East Jackson?
Way East Jackson has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
Is Way East Jackson a charter school?
No, Way East Jackson is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Way East Jackson a Title I school?
No, Way East Jackson is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Way East Jackson?
83.3% of students at Way East Jackson 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,833/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Jackson). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (517) 945-1335
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
East Jackson Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 722
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,796
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