Jackson Preparatory Early College vs Townsend Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Michigan, United States, 3.0 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
Townsend Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
316 students
| Measure | Jackson Preparatory Early College Jackson, Michigan | Townsend Elementary School Jackson, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 591 | #1362 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #9882 of 16,910 | #46145 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 260 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 82.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Preparatory Early College scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 17.9).
- •Jackson Preparatory Early College does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 26%).
- •Jackson Preparatory Early College does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 82.6%).
- •Townsend Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 20.0).
- •Townsend Elementary School is the larger school with 316 students compared with 260.
- •Jackson Preparatory Early College is a charter school while Townsend Elementary School 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 Townsend Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Preparatory Early College ranks higher (44.2 vs 17.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jackson Preparatory Early College and Townsend Elementary School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Preparatory Early College: 260. Townsend Elementary School: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Preparatory Early College and Townsend Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Jackson Preparatory Early College is 328th of 591 and Townsend Elementary School is 1362nd of 1,581 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).