Academics

Founded in 1970, University School of Jackson is West Tennessee's premier college preparatory school. From the developmental curriculum in the pre-kindergarten program to the Advanced Placement courses in the Upper School, USJ focuses on the needs of the individual student, providing the environment and opportunity for each student to develop his or her potential in academics, athletics, fine arts and leadership. USJ is the only independent school between Memphis and Nashville that focuses on preparing students for college. We attract students from throughout West Tennessee, with some traveling an hour or more each day to get to school. Our students routinely win top awards in regional and state academic, athletic, and fine arts competitions.

Students who choose USJ are seeking a college preparatory curriculum with extensive extracurricular programs that provide a high level of participation. An education at USJ prepares students for the most academically selective colleges and scholarships. Our students not only are accepted at a college of their choice, they also find that they are well prepared to succeed in college. USJ students attend college with 95% entering four-year institutions and 5% entering two-year institutions.

• The National Merit Foundation recognized eight students of the 2007 senior class. Read more...

• The top 20% of the Class of 2007 had an average of 28.6 on the ACT.

• The College Board named 29 students Advanced Placement Scholars last school year. The 100+ students who took AP courses in 2006 passed 74% of the 171 required AP exams.

• One half of the 7th grade class is eligible for the Duke Talent Identification Program. Read more…

• The Class of 2007 planned to attend 40 different colleges in 14 states and Canada. The class has eight National Merit scholars and 11 AP scholars. Five attended Governor’s Schools.