Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Natchez Early Collegeco-lin ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin's student population of 187 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchez Early Collegeco-lin is 0.23, 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
#23 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
87%
47%
White
10%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
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 Natchez Early Collegeco-lin's ranking?
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin is ranked #23 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Natchez Early Collegeco-lin often compared to?
Natchez Early Collegeco-linis often viewed alongside schools like Natchez High School, Natchez Freshman Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natchez Early Collegeco-lin?
The graduation rate of Natchez Early Collegeco-lin is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Natchez Early Collegeco-lin?
187 students attend Natchez Early Collegeco-lin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Natchez Early Collegeco-lin students are Black, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natchez Early Collegeco-lin?
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Natchez Early Collegeco-lin offer ?
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchez Early Collegeco-lin part of?
Natchez Early Collegeco-lin is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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