Serving 368 students in grades 9-12, Jefferson Davis County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (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 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BASSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Bassfield, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 139 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Davis County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Davis County High School's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Where Children Come First
School Rankings
Jefferson Davis County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Davis County High School is 0.39, 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
#294 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Positive Attitudes-High Expectations-Accountability
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Davis County High School's ranking?
Jefferson Davis County High School is ranked #294 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% 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 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jefferson Davis County High School?
The graduation rate of Jefferson Davis County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Jefferson Davis County High School?
368 students attend Jefferson Davis County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jefferson Davis County High School students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Davis County High School?
Jefferson Davis County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jefferson Davis County High School offer ?
Jefferson Davis County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Davis County High School part of?
Jefferson Davis County High School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
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