Serving 373 students in grades 9, Rosa Scott ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MS)
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: ROSA SCOTT SCHOOL serves the southwest part of Madison, MS, covering an area of approximately 164.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with some students living as far as 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosa Scott ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rosa Scott's student population of 373 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rosa Scott is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
35%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
23%
45%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Rosa Scott often compared to?
Rosa Scottis often viewed alongside schools like Velma Jackson High School, Germantown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rosa Scott?
The graduation rate of Rosa Scott is 50%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rosa Scott?
373 students attend Rosa Scott.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rosa Scott students are White, 23% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosa Scott?
Rosa Scott has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rosa Scott offer ?
Rosa Scott offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosa Scott part of?
Rosa Scott is part of Madison County Schools.
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