J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy serves 106 students in grades 9.
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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 59%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Jerome W. Stampley 9th Grade Academy's attendance zone covers the entire district in Clarksdale, MS, encompassing approximately 13.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy's student population of 106 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Every student. Every need.
School Rankings
The diversity score of J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-34%
59%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
64%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
35%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.8%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy?
The graduation rate of J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy?
106 students attend J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy students are Black, 35% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy?
J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy offer ?
J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy part of?
J.w. Stampley 9th Grade Academy is part of Clarksdale Municipal School District.
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