Serving 246 students in grades 9-12, Heidelberg High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Heidelberg High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Heidelberg, MS, covering approximately 330.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 23.8 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Heidelberg High School's student population of 246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Heidelberg High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heidelberg High School is 0.13, 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
#168 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
6%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
93%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and White
Source: 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 #168 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heidelberg High School?
The graduation rate of Heidelberg High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Heidelberg High School?
246 students attend Heidelberg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Heidelberg High School students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heidelberg High School?
Heidelberg High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heidelberg High School offer ?
Heidelberg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heidelberg High School part of?
Heidelberg High School is part of East Jasper School District.
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