Serving 862 students in grades 7-8, Clinton Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clinton Jr. High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Clinton, MS, encompassing approximately 134.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 7.9 miles and the furthest edge located 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton Junior High School's student population of 862 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
862 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence is the Only Option
School Rankings
Clinton Junior High 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 Clinton Junior High School is 0.58, 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
#92 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
56%
45%
White
33%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Clinton Junior High School's ranking?
Clinton Junior High School is ranked #92 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clinton Junior High School often compared to?
Clinton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Park Elementary School, Clinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Clinton Junior High School?
862 students attend Clinton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Clinton Junior High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Junior High School?
Clinton Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clinton Junior High School offer ?
Clinton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton Junior High School part of?
Clinton Junior High School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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