WAY EAST JACKSON

WAY East Jackson is a public high school that is part of the East Jackson Community Schools school district, located in Jackson, MI with about 54 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade.

WAY East Jackson, located in Jackson, Michigan, is a specialized educational program operating within the East Jackson Community Schools district. It utilizes the "WAY" (Widening Advancements for Youth) model, which is designed as a project-based, personalized learning environment. Unlike a traditional classroom setting, this program is intended for students who thrive in a flexible, technology-driven atmosphere, offering a path to high school graduation that focuses on mastery-based learning rather than standard seat time.

The school emphasizes a "blended learning" approach, where students engage with a digital curriculum while receiving consistent support from certified mentors and content experts. By prioritizing self-paced modules and real-world projects, WAY East Jackson aims to accommodate diverse learning styles and individual schedules. It serves as an alternative for students looking for a more independent, student-centered experience that prepares them for post-secondary education or the workforce by fostering critical thinking and self-discipline.

For more information, contact WAY East Jackson at (517) 945-1335 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

345 N Dettman
Jackson, MI 49202-3807
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WAY EAST JACKSON is a public school in Jackson, MI with about 54 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
54
Teachers:
1
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Virtual with face to face options
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 54 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WAY EAST JACKSON is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.

White
88.9%
Black or African American
11.1%

Female
42.6%
Male
57.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.