Serving 74 students in grades 4-5, Ida B. Wells Apac School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ida B. Wells Apac School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ida B. Wells Apac School's student population of 74 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ida B. Wells Apac School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ida B. Wells Apac School is 0.38, 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
#288 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
76%
47%
White
21%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ida B. Wells Apac School's ranking?
Ida B. Wells Apac School is ranked #288 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Ida B. Wells Apac School?
74 students attend Ida B. Wells Apac School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ida B. Wells Apac School students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ida B. Wells Apac School?
Ida B. Wells Apac School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ida B. Wells Apac School offer ?
Ida B. Wells Apac School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Ida B. Wells Apac School part of?
Ida B. Wells Apac School is part of Jackson Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ida B. Wells Apac School located?
Ida B. Wells Apac School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in Belhaven.
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