Serving 246 students in grades 7-12, West Lowndes High School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lowndes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lowndes High School's student population of 246 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lowndes 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 West Lowndes High School is 0.06, 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
#621 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
97%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lowndes High School's ranking?
West Lowndes High School is ranked #621 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lowndes High School often compared to?
West Lowndes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School For Math And Science, Columbus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Lowndes High School?
The graduation rate of West Lowndes High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Lowndes High School?
246 students attend West Lowndes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Lowndes High School students are Black, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lowndes High School?
West Lowndes High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Lowndes High School offer ?
West Lowndes High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Lowndes High School part of?
West Lowndes High School is part of Lowndes Co School District.
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