Jackson Central-Merry Early College High vs North Parkway Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Tennessee, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Central-Merry Early College High
Jackson · Public high · Grades 9–12
268 students
North Parkway Middle School
Jackson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
360 students
| Measure | Jackson Central-Merry Early College High Jackson, Tennessee | North Parkway Middle School Jackson, Tennessee |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 1 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 321 | #299 of 307 |
| National rank | #11141 of 16,910 | #15359 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 268 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 268 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | – | – |
| Reading proficiency | 64.5% | 8% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 8% |
| city | Jackson | Jackson |
| state | Tennessee | Tennessee |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Central-Merry Early College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 1.4).
- •Jackson Central-Merry Early College High does better on math proficiency (15% vs 8%).
- •Jackson Central-Merry Early College High does better on reading proficiency (64.5% vs 8%).
- •North Parkway Middle School is the larger school with 360 students compared with 268.
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 Central-Merry Early College High better than North Parkway Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Central-Merry Early College High ranks higher (39.2 vs 1.4 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 Central-Merry Early College High and North Parkway Middle School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Jackson in Tennessee.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Central-Merry Early College High: 268. North Parkway Middle School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Central-Merry Early College High and North Parkway Middle School rank in Tennessee?
Jackson Central-Merry Early College High is 63rd of 321 and North Parkway Middle School is 299th of 307 among high schools in Tennessee on the 2025 Success Index (US).