Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Natchez Early College Co-lin ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Natchez Early College Academy's attendance zone covers the entire Natchez school district, encompassing approximately 487.5 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 14.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge extending up to 27.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natchez Early College Co-lin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Natchez Early College Co-lin's student population of 174 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Natchez Early College Co-lin ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchez Early College Co-lin is 0.27, 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
#94 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
85%
45%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natchez Early College Co-lin's ranking?
Natchez Early College Co-lin is ranked #94 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Natchez Early College Co-lin often compared to?
Natchez Early College Co-linis often viewed alongside schools like Natchez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 College Co-lin?
The graduation rate of Natchez Early College Co-lin is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Natchez Early College Co-lin?
174 students attend Natchez Early College Co-lin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Natchez Early College Co-lin students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natchez Early College Co-lin?
Natchez Early College Co-lin has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Natchez Early College Co-lin offer ?
Natchez Early College Co-lin offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchez Early College Co-lin part of?
Natchez Early College Co-lin is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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