Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, Heidelberg High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heidelberg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heidelberg High School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heidelberg High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heidelberg High School is 0.02, 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
#450 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
99%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heidelberg High School's ranking?
Heidelberg High School is ranked #450 out of 805 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heidelberg High School?
The graduation rate of Heidelberg High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Heidelberg High School?
246 students attend Heidelberg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Heidelberg High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heidelberg High School?
Heidelberg High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heidelberg High School offer ?
Heidelberg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heidelberg High School part of?
Heidelberg High School is part of East Jasper Consolidated Sch Dist School District.
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