Serving 768 students in grades 7-12, Newton County High School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Decatur, MS, covering approximately 406.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newton County High School's student population of 768 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
768 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newton County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton County High School is 0.49, 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
#227 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
21%
45%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton County High School's ranking?
Newton County High School is ranked #227 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Newton County High School often compared to?
Newton County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like N H Pilate Middle School, Union Middle School, Newton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton County High School?
The graduation rate of Newton County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newton County High School?
768 students attend Newton County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Newton County High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton County High School?
Newton County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton County High School offer ?
Newton County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton County High School part of?
Newton County High School is part of Newton County School District.
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