Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Bailey Middle Apac School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bailey Middle Apac School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bailey Middle Apac School's student population of 320 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bailey Middle Apac 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 Bailey Middle Apac School is 0.15, 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
#91 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
92%
47%
White
5%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bailey Middle Apac School's ranking?
Bailey Middle Apac School is ranked #91 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bailey Middle Apac School often compared to?
Bailey Middle Apac Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School, Blackburn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Bailey Middle Apac School?
320 students attend Bailey Middle Apac School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bailey Middle Apac School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bailey Middle Apac School?
Bailey Middle Apac School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bailey Middle Apac School offer ?
Bailey Middle Apac School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bailey Middle Apac School part of?
Bailey Middle Apac School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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