Serving 245 students in grades 9-12, Newton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newton High School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
94%
47%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton High School's ranking?
Newton High School is ranked #400 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton High School?
The graduation rate of Newton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Newton High School?
245 students attend Newton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Newton High School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton High School?
Newton High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton High School offer ?
Newton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newton High School part of?
Newton High School is part of Newton Municipal School District.
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