Bailey Magnet High School, originally known as Bailey Junior High School and now Bailey APAC Middle School, is a middle school in Jackson, Mississippi, United States. The mascot of Bailey Magnet Middle School is the Mighty Knights.
Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, Bailey Apac Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bailey Middle APAC School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jackson, MS, encompassing approximately 106.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bailey Apac Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bailey Apac Middle School's student population of 318 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1938
School Rankings
Bailey Apac Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bailey Apac Middle School is 0.17, 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
#95 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
91%
45%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bailey Apac Middle School's ranking?
Bailey Apac Middle School is ranked #95 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bailey Apac Middle School often compared to?
Bailey Apac Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School, Blackburn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bailey Apac Middle School?
318 students attend Bailey Apac Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bailey Apac Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bailey Apac Middle School?
Bailey Apac Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bailey Apac Middle School offer ?
Bailey Apac Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bailey Apac Middle School part of?
Bailey Apac Middle School is part of Jackson School District.
In what neighborhood is Bailey Apac Middle School located?
Bailey Apac Middle School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in Belhaven.
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