Serving 761 students in grades 8-9, Armstrong 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 44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armstrong Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Armstrong Junior High School's student population of 761 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armstrong Junior High 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 Armstrong Junior High School is 0.47, 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
#608 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
68%
47%
White
27%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Junior High School's ranking?
Armstrong Junior High School is ranked #608 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Junior High School?
761 students attend Armstrong Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Armstrong Junior High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Junior High School?
Armstrong Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Armstrong Junior High School offer ?
Armstrong Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Armstrong Junior High School part of?
Armstrong Junior High School is part of Starkville- Oktibbeha Cons Dist School District.
School Reviews
5 2/24/2020
I really appreciate all the elective opportunities presented to the student body such as drama, Junior Cadet Corp, chorus, and Band. It really gives the students a chance to experience hobbies that they might not've even now they'd like.
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