Serving 132 students in grades 7-8, Heidelberg Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heidelberg Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heidelberg Junior High School's student population of 132 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heidelberg Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heidelberg Junior High School is 0.02, 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
#401 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
99%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
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 Heidelberg Junior High School's ranking?
Heidelberg Junior High School is ranked #401 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Heidelberg Junior High School?
132 students attend Heidelberg Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Heidelberg Junior High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heidelberg Junior High School?
Heidelberg Junior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heidelberg Junior High School offer ?
Heidelberg Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Heidelberg Junior High School part of?
Heidelberg Junior High School is part of East Jasper Consolidated Sch Dist School District.
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