USJ educates students from infants 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.
Studio Art I, II, III, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Chemistry, AP European History, AP French, AP French Language, AP Language, AP Literature, AP Music Theory, AP Physics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Spanish Language, AP U.S. History, Dual Credit Options, Dual Enrollment Options, English III Language, English IV Literature
Chemistry Club, French Club, International Club, Key Club, Lower School PAL, Middle School Student Council, National Art Honor Society, National English Honor Society, National Honor Society, SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions), Science National Honor Society, SGA, Social Science Honor Society, Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica, Societe Honoraire de Francaise, Spanish Club, Theater/Musicals and Plays
School Notes
About USJ
University School of Jackson is a non-denominational,
non-sectarian, college preparatory school dedicated to academic
excellence and to the founding principles of faith, service, and
scholarship. Our mission is to instill a passion in our students
for academic, artistic, and athletic excellence, while committing
themselves to personal integrity, mutual respect, and lifelong
learning. Grounded in Judeo-Christian values, the University School
of Jackson provides an environment that stresses a respect for one
another and all religions. Our focus on preparing our students for
college sets us apart from other schools in West Tennessee. We
offer our students a well-rounded education that starts with
academics and includes athletics, fine arts, character education,
and leadership opportunities. A quality education is a wonderful
gift to give your child. We encourage you to consider that
education at the University School of Jackson.
The USJ Campus
USJ`s campus sits on 130 acres in northwest Madison County. The
campus features a Lower School for infants through fifth grade, a
Middle and Upper School facility, and an extensive athletic
complex. The Middle School and Upper School building features two
separate wings for sixth grade through eighth grade and ninth grade
through 12th grade. Both wings share a centralized library, media
center, 500-seat performing arts center, four science labs, and
extensive athletic facilities, including an indoor turf and
strength & conditioning room. The Lower School facility features
extra large classrooms clustered by grade, two gymnasiums, two
outside playgrounds, an eco-learning system that includes a pond
and weather station, a cafetorium that doubles as a cafeteria and
auditorium with a stage, and a library that features over 25,000
books. Students also have access to separate classrooms for
enrichments including art, music, technology, world languages,
character education/guidance, and hands-on science. Both campuses
boast a state-of-the-art technology infrastructure capable of
supplying all students and faculty with Wifi access.
Grades: PK-8 | 215 students4.3 miles 1665 Hwy 45 By Pass Jackson, TN 38305 (731) 668-2525
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(4 reviews)
53/14/2019
My children have been going to USJ for 10 years now. We chose USJ because of their academic excellence. They are challenged to live up to their full potential each and everyday. The teachers are amazing and really care about each child that walks through their door.
- Posted by Parent - Elizabeth
52/6/2017
USJ is the best school in Jackson, TN. Hands down. The academics are outstanding and I just heard that the last 2 graduating classes were offered over $15,000,000 in college scholarships (150 students). The arts and athletic programs are top-notch as well. This is a wonderful school and well-worth the price.
- Posted by Parent - Mary
53/29/2013
USJ is a great school that prepares its students for college and beyond. The school offers a supportive environment and a challenging curriculum to motivate students to succeed. It also teaches students to value honor, hard work, service and leadership. As a graduate (class of 1996), I appreciate USJ for the well-rounded education I received and the lifelong friends that I made.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - reed.
510/6/2012
USJ is probably one of the better learning institutions in the Jackson area. Considering the school system in West Tennessee is in shambles, that is not something to boast about. The institution is centered around politics and economic status. A great deal of the instructors lack the knowledge that a professor at a "university" would have obtained, which may be misleading to some. I attended the school for 7th and 8th grade, while my sibling graduated from the institution. We both went on to graduate from universities in and out of state. Tuition is highly inflated, especially considering it is highly likely graduates will end up in the same college courses at the same universities their public school counterparts.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - venus
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