Jackson Preparatory Early College vs Sharp Park Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Preparatory Early College
Jackson · Charter high · Grades 6–12
260 students
Sharp Park Academy
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–5
337 students
| Measure | Jackson Preparatory Early College Jackson, Michigan | Sharp Park Academy Jackson, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 591 | #832 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #9882 of 16,910 | #28874 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 260 | 337 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 337 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (44.2 vs 44.6).
- •Sharp Park Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Jackson Preparatory Early College does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 60.2%).
- •Sharp Park Academy does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 20.0).
- •Sharp Park Academy is the larger school with 337 students compared with 260.
- •Jackson Preparatory Early College is a charter school while Sharp Park Academy is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jackson Preparatory Early College better than Sharp Park Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jackson Preparatory Early College and Sharp Park Academy?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Preparatory Early College: 260. Sharp Park Academy: 337. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Preparatory Early College and Sharp Park Academy rank in Michigan?
Jackson Preparatory Early College is 328th of 591 and Sharp Park Academy is 832nd of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).