Serving 340 students in grades 7-8, Alexander Junior 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 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alexander Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Brookhaven, MS, covering approximately 150.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Junior High School's student population of 340 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
#TogetherWeWill
School Rankings
Alexander Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Junior High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#588 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
72%
45%
White
21%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Junior High School's ranking?
Alexander Junior High School is ranked #588 out of 795 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Alexander Junior High School?
340 students attend Alexander Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alexander Junior High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Junior High School?
Alexander Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alexander Junior High School offer ?
Alexander Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alexander Junior High School part of?
Alexander Junior High School is part of Brookhaven School District.
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