Jackson County Schools & Education
Jackson County, Colorado
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
43/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
75.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
75.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,373
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,447
School Score
43/100
Higher = better
State avg 36/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#19
of 63 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Jackson County
School Verdict
Jackson County has average school quality (score: 43/100) with a graduation rate of 75.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Jackson County spends $9,373 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Jackson County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 19% above the Colorado average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 8.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 26% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Jackson County, Colorado
Centralized Learning in North Park
Jackson County operates a single comprehensive public school for its 186 students. This all-in-one facility covers everything from pre-kindergarten through high school graduation within a single district structure.
Solid Scores with Significant Spending
The county invests $9,373 per pupil, which is nearly $2,000 more than the state average of $7,447. While the 75% graduation rate trails the national average, the overall school score of 50.8 remains slightly above the state median.
The North Park District Focus
North Park School District R-1 manages the county's entire student body of 186 children. There are no charter schools in the region, focusing all community resources into the singular North Park School.
The Heart of a Rural Community
Education in Jackson County is entirely rural and centered around the North Park School campus. With an average size of 186 students across all grades, the school functions as a tight-knit community hub.
Invest in a Tight-Knit Future
Families looking for a community-centric lifestyle will find Jackson County's unified school model appealing. Check out local homes where the school serves as the central pillar of the neighborhood and civic life.
School Overview
Total Schools
1
in Jackson County
Total Enrollment
186
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Jackson County
North Park School District R-1
1 Public School in Jackson County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Park School | North Park School District R-1 | PK–12 | Other | 186 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,373
State avg $7,447
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do schools in Jackson County rate?
What is the graduation rate in Jackson County?
How much does Jackson County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Jackson County, Colorado — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Jackson County, Colorado?
Jackson County operates a single comprehensive public school for its 186 students. This all-in-one facility covers everything from pre-kindergarten through high school graduation within a single district structure.
How do schools in Jackson County perform academically?
The county invests $9,373 per pupil, which is nearly $2,000 more than the state average of $7,447. While the 75% graduation rate trails the national average, the overall school score of 50.8 remains slightly above the state median.
What are the major school districts in Jackson County, Colorado?
North Park School District R-1 manages the county's entire student body of 186 children. There are no charter schools in the region, focusing all community resources into the singular North Park School.
What is the school experience like in Jackson County?
Education in Jackson County is entirely rural and centered around the North Park School campus. With an average size of 186 students across all grades, the school functions as a tight-knit community hub.
How can I find homes near good schools in Jackson County, Colorado?
Families looking for a community-centric lifestyle will find Jackson County's unified school model appealing. Check out local homes where the school serves as the central pillar of the neighborhood and civic life.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.