University School of Jackson

232 McClellan Rd., Jackson, TN, 38305 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

University School of Jackson is West Tennessee's College Preparatory School. USJ educates students from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Students from throughout West Tennessee attend USJ because of its challenging, college-preparatory curriculum; extensive athletics and fine arts program; and its focus on character education and leadership....

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School Overview:

 
University School Of Jackson
School Type Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
National Association of Independent Schools
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1970
County Madison County, TN
Student Body
Total Students 1221 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(TN) School Avg.
% Students of Color 10% 14%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 102 students
Kind - 93 students
Grade 1 - 91 students
Grade 2 - 80 students
Grade 3 - 104 students
Grade 4 - 85 students
Grade 5 - 77 students
Grade 6 - 79 students
Grade 7 - 75 students
Grade 8 - 91 students
Grade 9 - 106 students
Grade 10 - 87 students
Grade 11 - 79 students
Grade 12 - 72 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 103 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 50%
Average Class Size 20
Number of AP Courses 15
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses
Calculus AB, BC U.S. History
Studio Art I, II, III Spanish Language
Music Theory European History
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, English Language, English Literature 
Average SAT score 1667
Average ACT score 25
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
Classroom dress code Formal
(Students wear uniforms; khaki pants & skirts; plaid jumpers, etc.)
This School
(TN) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:12 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $6,825
% on Financial Aid 5%
Acceptance Rate 85%
Head of School Clay Lilienstern
Admissions Director Kay Shearin
Sport
Total Sports Offered 11
 
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
FootballGolf
SoccerSoftball
TennisTrack and Field
Volley Ball 
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 12
 
Extracurriculars
Bible ClubFrench Club
International ClubKey Club
National Art Honor SocietyNational French Honor Society
National Honor SocietyPhilosophy Club
SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)SGA
Spanish ClubTheater/Musicals and Plays

School Notes:

  • From the child-centered environment in the Lower School to the college advanced placement courses in Upper School, USJ offers each child an education that will prepare him or her for college…and success in life. USJ gives each child the resources he needs to succeed and to develop his full potential. USJ teachers and staff work in partnership with the parent and child in providing an education that goes beyond a strong curriculum. We share parents' values as we emphasize character education and helping each child make the right choices. Grounded in Judeo-Christian values, USJ provides an environment that stresses a respect of one another and of all religions.
  • Our Mission: The University School of Jackson, a distinctive college preparatory school, seeks to instill a passion for academic excellence and lifelong learning so each student will reach his or her maximum potential.
  • The USJ campus includes a Lower School, which opened in August 2004; an Upper/Middle School, which opened in October 1997; and an extensive athletic complex.
  • USJ educates students from PreK through 12th grade. Our youngest students, Junior Cubs, must be 2 years old by September 30.
  • A member of the TSSAA, USJ fields 37 teams in 20 sports at the Middle and Upper School level. In the 2008-2009 school year, USJ athletes advanced to state tournament play in five sports and brought home six state championships.
  • USJ is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
  • All USJ graduates meet college entrance requirements; The 72 members of the Class of 2009 are attending 32 different colleges across North America. All met college entrance requirements, and 90% had an ACT score of 21 or higher, qualifying them for the state's Hope Lottery Scholarship of $4,000. Nearly half of the class members earned AP Excellence status with their performance on Advanced Placement tests.
  • USJ SAT and ACT scores exceed state and national averages. USJ has more students recognized by the National Merit Foundation each year than any other school in the area.
  • The Fine Arts program includes annual music productions in all Lower School grades, Middle and Upper School musicals, art in all grades, band in Middle and Upper School, acting classes, and an extensive music program. The Upper/Middle School has a 500-seat theater; Lower School productions have a stage as part of the Lower School cafetorium.
  • The Guidance Program includes full-time guidance counselors for all students and a College Advising program in the Upper School.
  • In 2009, 50 percent of the seventh grade class qualified for the Duke Talent Identification Program.
  • Spanish instruction begins in pre-kindergarten. French begins in third grade. Middle and Upper School students can take French or Spanish, with honors courses offered in each language. The Fifth Grade Passport Program also introduces fifth graders to German and Japanese, along with quarters of Spanish and French.
  • USJ students routinely participate in regional and state competitions. USJ's 2009 yearbook earned national recognition as an "extraordinary example of a high school yearbook."
  • Both campuses offer state-of-the-art technology, including computer labs and Internet access in each classroom.
  • USJ offers bus transportation from several area towns, and before and after-school day care.
  • Breakfast and lunch are served at both campuses.
  • Financial aid is available.
  • Profile last updated: 11/04/2009

In the News:

  • USJ's Martindale scores four TDs for record (The Jackson Sun)
    posted on November 14, 2009 at 11:41:57 am
    University School of Jackson's Austin Martindale caught an 82-yard touchdown pass from Jake Overbey with 16.5 seconds remaining in the third quarter for his third touchdown catch of the game.
  • USJ receiver sets state season TD catch record (The Tennessean)
    posted on November 14, 2009 at 08:19:09 am
    University School of Jackson's Austin Martindale caught four touchdown passes and set the state record for TD catches in a season with 24.
  • Friday's Prep Football Playoff Roundup (Memphis Commercial Appeal)
    posted on November 14, 2009 at 06:00:00 am
    Class 5A Melrose 26, Hardin Co. 0: Senior running back Eric Watson rushed for three scores, including two 60-yard touchdown runs, to help lift Melrose to next week's Class 5A quarterfinals. The Golden Wildcats amassed 370 total yards while limiting Hardin Co. to 159 yards. Sophomore quarterback Will Gross tacked on a 57-yard scoring pass to senior receiver Darius Poole in the first quarter for ...
  • DeSoto Prep Football Roundup (Memphis Commercial Appeal)
    posted on November 14, 2009 at 06:00:00 am
    It was a first half that proved why Hernando was in the Mississippi High School Activities Association Class 5A state football playoffs.In Friday’s first-round road game versus Ridgeland, the Tigers had scored 34 points.The second half, however, was a completely different story, as the Titans rallied for a 44-34 victory.The loss ends the Tigers’ season at 7-5.“I thought we played hard,” said ...
  • Beckley, McCord honored with A.F. Bridges Award (Dyersburg State Gazette)
    posted on November 13, 2009 at 03:41:15 pm
    JACKSON - On Thursday, two local coaches were presented the prestigious A.F. Bridges Award during the 2009 TSSAA Athletic District Meetings held at the University School of Jackson. Dyer County High...

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (38305)
School Zip (38305)
(TN) State Average
Population (Approximate) 40,838 people 5,681,706 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 37% 18%
Population Average Age 34 years old 35 years old
Average Household size 2.5 persons 2.3 persons
Median Household Income $47,142 $40,664
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.8 rooms 5.5 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 24 years old 37 years old
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