Serving 486 students in grades 5-8, Bettye Mae Jack Middle 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 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School's student population of 486 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
Bettye Mae Jack Middle 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 Bettye Mae Jack Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#634 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
27%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bettye Mae Jack Middle School's ranking?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School is ranked #634 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bettye Mae Jack Middle School?
486 students attend Bettye Mae Jack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bettye Mae Jack Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bettye Mae Jack Middle School?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bettye Mae Jack Middle School offer ?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bettye Mae Jack Middle School part of?
Bettye Mae Jack Middle School is part of Scott County School District.
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