Serving 570 students in grades 5-8, Joel E. Smilow Prep 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 8% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joel E. Smilow Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joel E. Smilow Prep's student population of 570 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joel E. Smilow Prep 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 Joel E. Smilow Prep 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
#699 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joel E. Smilow Prep's ranking?
Joel E. Smilow Prep is ranked #699 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Joel E. Smilow Prep?
570 students attend Joel E. Smilow Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Joel E. Smilow Prep students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joel E. Smilow Prep?
Joel E. Smilow Prep has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joel E. Smilow Prep offer ?
Joel E. Smilow Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Joel E. Smilow Prep part of?
Joel E. Smilow Prep is part of Joel E. Smillow Prep School District.
In what neighborhood is Joel E. Smilow Prep located?
Joel E. Smilow Prep is located in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 2 other public schools located in Fondren.
School Reviews
1 1/29/2020
This is one of the worst schools I've ever seen. The staff treats their students rudely and shows no respect for them.
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