Bailey Magnet School serves 411 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 65-69% (which was higher than the Mississippi state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2004–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2004–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)65-69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)30-34%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2004–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
97%
45%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2004–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(11-12)45-49%
75%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bailey Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Bailey Magnet School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 75%.
How many students attend Bailey Magnet School?
411 students attend Bailey Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bailey Magnet School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bailey Magnet School?
Bailey Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bailey Magnet School offer ?
Bailey Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bailey Magnet School part of?
Bailey Magnet School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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