Serving 172 students in grades 9-12, Simmons High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Simmons High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hollandale school district, covering approximately 194.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.2 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest point reaching 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simmons High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Simmons High School's student population of 172 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Simmons High 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 Simmons High School is 0.02, 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
#399 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
99%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmons High School's ranking?
Simmons High School is ranked #399 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Simmons High School?
The graduation rate of Simmons High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Simmons High School?
172 students attend Simmons High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Simmons High School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simmons High School?
Simmons High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simmons High School offer ?
Simmons High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simmons High School part of?
Simmons High School is part of Hollandale School District.
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