Serving 313 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Co High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Co High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Co High School's student population of 313 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Co High School is 0.00, 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
#476 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Co High School's ranking?
Jefferson Co High School is ranked #476 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Co High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Co High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Jefferson Co High School?
313 students attend Jefferson Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jefferson Co High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Co High School?
Jefferson Co High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Co High School offer ?
Jefferson Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jefferson Co High School part of?
Jefferson Co High School is part of Jefferson Co School District.
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