Jefferson County Middle School serves 308 students in grades 5-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson County Middle School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
99%
47%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jefferson County Middle School?
308 students attend Jefferson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jefferson County Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson County Middle School?
Jefferson County Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson County Middle School offer ?
Jefferson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Jefferson County Middle School part of?
Jefferson County Middle School is part of Jefferson Co School District.
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