Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Hebron School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Hebron Attendance Center serves the northeastern part of its school district in Newhebron, MS, covering an area of approximately 95.3 square miles. Most students live within a typical 15-20 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 14.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Hebron School's student population of 259 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Hebron School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Hebron School is 0.52, 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
#697 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
61%
45%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Hebron School's ranking?
New Hebron School is ranked #697 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are New Hebron School often compared to?
New Hebron Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. E. Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend New Hebron School?
259 students attend New Hebron School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of New Hebron School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Hebron School?
New Hebron School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Hebron School offer ?
New Hebron School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Hebron School part of?
New Hebron School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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