Serving 871 students in grades 7-8, Clinton Jr Hi School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Jr Hi School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton Jr Hi School's student population of 871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton Jr Hi School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Jr Hi School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
61%
47%
White
31%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
52%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Jr Hi School's ranking?
Clinton Jr Hi School is ranked #83 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clinton Jr Hi School often compared to?
Clinton Jr Hi Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Clinton Jr Hi School?
871 students attend Clinton Jr Hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Clinton Jr Hi School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Jr Hi School?
Clinton Jr Hi School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clinton Jr Hi School offer ?
Clinton Jr Hi School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Clinton Jr Hi School part of?
Clinton Jr Hi School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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