Serving 179 students in grades 7-8, Jefferson Co Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Co Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Co Jr High School's student population of 179 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Co Jr 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 Jefferson Co Jr High School is 0.00, 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
#716 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Co Jr High School's ranking?
Jefferson Co Jr High School is ranked #716 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Co Jr High School?
179 students attend Jefferson Co Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Jefferson Co Jr High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Co Jr High School?
Jefferson Co Jr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Co Jr High School offer ?
Jefferson Co Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jefferson Co Jr High School part of?
Jefferson Co Jr High School is part of Jefferson Co School Dist School District.
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