Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson County 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson County High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fayette, MS, encompassing approximately 527.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jefferson County High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jefferson County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County High School is 0.50, 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
#579 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
56%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
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 County High School's ranking?
Jefferson County High School is ranked #579 out of 795 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson County High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Jefferson County High School?
331 students attend Jefferson County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jefferson County High School students are Two or more races, and 44% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson County High School?
Jefferson County High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson County High School offer ?
Jefferson County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson County High School part of?
Jefferson County High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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