Serving 569 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Joel E Smilow Collegiate 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 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joel E Smilow Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joel E Smilow Collegiate's student population of 569 students has grown by 157% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 210% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Joel E Smilow Collegiate 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 Joel E Smilow Collegiate is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
98%
47%
White
n/a
42%
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%
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
What is Joel E Smilow Collegiate's ranking?
Joel E Smilow Collegiate is ranked #643 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Joel E Smilow Collegiate?
569 students attend Joel E Smilow Collegiate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Joel E Smilow Collegiate students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joel E Smilow Collegiate?
Joel E Smilow Collegiate has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joel E Smilow Collegiate offer ?
Joel E Smilow Collegiate offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joel E Smilow Collegiate part of?
Joel E Smilow Collegiate is part of Joel E Smilow Collegiate School District.
In what neighborhood is Joel E Smilow Collegiate located?
Joel E Smilow Collegiate is located in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 2 other public schools located in Fondren.
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