JACKSON CAREER TECHNOLOGY MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Madison County school district, located in Jackson, TN with about 509 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary, located on Lexington Avenue in Jackson, Tennessee, serves as a specialized institution within the Jackson-Madison County School System. As a magnet school, it is designed to provide students with a curriculum that goes beyond traditional primary education, placing a strong emphasis on integrating technology and early career exploration into the daily learning experience. By exposing young students to various career pathways and technical skills, the school aims to foster both academic excellence and an early understanding of the modern professional landscape.

Beyond its focus on career readiness, the school functions as a hub for its local community, drawing students who are eager for a hands-on, innovation-driven approach to their studies. The curriculum is typically structured to develop critical thinking, digital literacy, and collaborative problem-solving abilities, preparing students for success in middle school and beyond. By combining rigorous academic standards with specialized technical exposure, Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary strives to equip its students with the foundational tools needed to navigate an increasingly technology-dependent world.

For more information, contact Jackson Career Technology Magnet Elementary at (731) 427-4581 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.