University School of Jackson

University School of Jackson (USJ) is a non-denominational, non-sectarian, independent, college preparatory school located in northwest Jackson, Tennessee, that educates students from infancy through the 12th grade.[3] USJ is ranked the #1Best Private High Schools in Madison County.[4]

University School of Jackson
Address
232 McClellan Road

Jackson
,
Madison County
,
Tennessee
38305

United States
Coordinates35.706°N 88.889°W / 35.706; -88.889
Information
TypeIndependent school
Established1987
NCES School IDAA890889[1]
Head of schoolDon Roe[2]
Faculty120 (FTE)[1]
Enrollment1075 (881 Non-Prekindergarten)[1]
Average class size20
Student to teacher ratio10:1[1]
CampusSuburban area
Campus size180 acres
Color(s)Red and Columbia blue
AthleticsFootball, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Tennis, Golf, Cheer
Athletics conferenceTSSAA
MascotBruins
NicknameUSJ
AccreditationSAIS
Upper School DirectorDavid Suber
Middle School DirectorMargaret Livingston
Lower School DirectorCourtney Burnette
Average ACT Score:27
Websiteusjbruins.org

History

USJ was formed from the merger of Old Hickory Academy (OHA) and Episcopal Day School (EDS). Each of these schools were originally formed in 1970.[5] Old Hickory Academy was an independent school which included primary education through a high school curriculum.[6] Episcopal Day School was a smaller, parochial school which emphasized primary education, but had begun a high school program by 1986, enrolling grades nine and ten.[7]

In 1987 the two schools merged to form the University School of Jackson.[8][9]

Academics
USJ playground

In 2018, USJ opened an academic center to provide educational support for students with learning prescriptions.[10]

Administration

Current head of the school is Don Roe, who previously was the Associate Head of School, and director of Middle School.[2][11] He replaces Stuart Hirstein.[12]

References
  1. "Search for Private Schools – School Detail for University School of Jackson". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved May 22, 2020.
  2. Shields, Brandon (December 19, 2019). "Don Roe tabbed as next Head of School at University School of Jackson". The Jackson Sun. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
  3. "West Tennessee's College Preparatory School". University School of Jackson.
  4. "University School of Jackson in Jackson, TN". Niche. Retrieved 2023-09-21.
  5. Burgess, Katherine (May 21, 2016). "JCM went from 'powerhouse' to decline". The Jackson Sun. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
  6. "Old Hickory Academy: 1970-1987". University School of Jackson.
  7. "Episcopal Day School: 1970-1987". University School of Jackson.
  8. Mason, Ali (9 February 2020). "USJ celebrates 50th anniversary". WBBJ TV. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
  9. "University School of Jackson, 1987+". University School of Jackson.
  10. "USJ opens Academic Center to provide educational support". The Jackson Sun. August 13, 2018. Retrieved 22 May 2020.
  11. "Don Roe named Associate Head of School, Middle School Director at USJ". The Jackson Sun. Retrieved 2020-02-04.
  12. "USJ Appoints New Head of School". WBBJTV. Feb 25, 2013.
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