Serving 600 students in grades 9-12, Forrest County Agricultural Hi School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forrest County Agricultural Hi School is 0.51, 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
#308 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
29%
47%
White
64%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrest County Agricultural Hi School's ranking?
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School is ranked #308 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forrest County Agricultural Hi School?
The graduation rate of Forrest County Agricultural Hi School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Forrest County Agricultural Hi School?
600 students attend Forrest County Agricultural Hi School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Forrest County Agricultural Hi School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forrest County Agricultural Hi School?
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Forrest County Agricultural Hi School offer ?
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Forrest County Agricultural Hi School part of?
Forrest County Agricultural Hi School is part of Forrest County Ag High School District.
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