Serving 556 students in grades 9-12, Itawamba Agricultural High 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Itawamba Agricultural High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Itawamba Agricultural High School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Itawamba Agricultural High 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 Itawamba Agricultural High School is 0.30, 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
#124 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
13%
47%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
47%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itawamba Agricultural High School's ranking?
Itawamba Agricultural High School is ranked #124 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Itawamba Agricultural High School often compared to?
Itawamba Agricultural High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tremont Attendance Center, Mantachie Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Itawamba Agricultural High School?
The graduation rate of Itawamba Agricultural High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Itawamba Agricultural High School?
556 students attend Itawamba Agricultural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Itawamba Agricultural High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Itawamba Agricultural High School?
Itawamba Agricultural High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Itawamba Agricultural High School offer ?
Itawamba Agricultural High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Itawamba Agricultural High School part of?
Itawamba Agricultural High School is part of Itawamba County School District.
School Reviews
4 4/29/2020
No school is perfect, never has been, never will be. Not every student will fit in. Not every teacher will cater nor will or should they baby or favor ANY student. Bullies are at every school. I have found balance & objectivity for both teachers & students. When my children have had difficulty in any subject either a teacher or the administration has reached out & communicated with me. They try to balance Academics, Arts, and Athletes to meet all students need & desires. It's not easy to have so many high scores on SAT & stretch such a small budget on so many activities, but they do it. It IS a GREAT school system.
2 9/19/2015
I have been bullied for the past 2 years and nobody has done anything about it. Please don't send your child to this school. Many of my friends have moved schools because of bullying. If you want your child to succeed this school is not in the best interest for him/her.
2 3/15/2010
This school will not look outside of any box. They way they teach and manage is THE way and nothing else is possible. If you want your kid to get attention and if you want teachers to be interested in you kid and his learningproces dont send him or her to this school.
The school and his teacher are pessimistic and stubborn.
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