Serving 237 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Newton, MS, encompassing approximately 137.4 square miles. Most students have a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 11.3 miles.
- 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:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newton High School's student population of 237 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Newton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton High School is 0.15, 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
#303 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
92%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
2%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #303 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Newton High School often compared to?
Newton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton High School?
The graduation rate of Newton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Newton High School?
237 students attend Newton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Newton High School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton High School?
Newton High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton High School part of?
Newton High School is part of Newton Municipal School District.
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