Serving 526 students in grades 5-8, Bettye Mae Jack Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School's student population of 526 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bettye Mae Jack Middle 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 Bettye Mae Jack Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#518 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
31%
4%
Black
28%
47%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettye Mae Jack Middle School's ranking?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School is ranked #518 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Bettye Mae Jack Middle School?
526 students attend Bettye Mae Jack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Bettye Mae Jack Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bettye Mae Jack Middle School?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettye Mae Jack Middle School offer ?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Bettye Mae Jack Middle School part of?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School is part of Scott Co School Dist School District.
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