Needs Improvement
#1784 of 1,786 schools in TN
Jackson Central Merry High School
High School · Madison County
332 Lane AVE, Jackson, TN 38301
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
1.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
1.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#1,784 of 1,786
In Jackson
#24 of 24
public schools
In district
#25 of 25
Madison County
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Jackson Central Merry High School
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About Jackson Central Merry High School
Jackson Central Merry High School is a public high school in Jackson, TN, part of Madison County. Jackson Central Merry High School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Central Merry High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,784 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Jackson Central Merry High School show 7% math proficiency (2025 TCAP) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 TCAP).
- This school 1.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Jackson Central Merry High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Jackson Central Merry High School — Students at Jackson Central Merry High School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
How Jackson Central Merry High School Compares
See how Jackson Central Merry High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
332 Lane AVE, Jackson, TN 38301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jackson Central Merry High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jackson Central-Merry Early College High (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Academic Magnet High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Side High School (rated 5.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,062
Median Home Value
$119,400
Median Rent
$958/mo
Population
33,336
College Educated
16.1%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
29.7%
Median Age
35.7
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| Bluff City High School Memphis, TN | 2.0 |
| Fairley High School Memphis, TN | 2.1 |
| Hamilton High Memphis, TN | 2.5 |
| Martin Luther King Preparatory High School Memphis, TN | 2.8 |
| Sheffield High Memphis, TN | 3.0 |
| Wooddale High Memphis, TN | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jackson Central Merry High School
What grades does Jackson Central Merry High School serve?
Jackson Central Merry High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Jackson Central Merry High School?
Jackson Central Merry High School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jackson Central Merry High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Central Merry High School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jackson Central Merry High School rank in TN?
Jackson Central Merry High School ranks #1,784 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Jackson Central Merry High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jackson Central Merry High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jackson Central Merry High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Central Merry High School has 7% math proficiency (2025 TCAP) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 TCAP).
Is Jackson Central Merry High School a charter school?
No, Jackson Central Merry High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jackson Central Merry High School a Title I school?
No, Jackson Central Merry High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.1%
- Phone
- (731) 506-2290
Resources & Links
District
Madison County- District Enrollment
- 12,662
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,115
- District Rank
- #25 of 25
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