Simmons Jr. High School serves 116 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Attendance Zone: Chambers Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hollandale, MS, covering approximately 194.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 10 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 16.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simmons Jr. High School's student population of 116 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
116 students
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Simmons Jr. High School is 0.08, 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)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)25-29%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2005–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
96%
45%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
40%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2005–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
67%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MS state average).
How many students attend Simmons Jr. High School?
116 students attend Simmons Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Simmons Jr. High School students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simmons Jr. High School?
Simmons Jr. High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simmons Jr. High School offer ?
Simmons Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Simmons Jr. High School part of?
Simmons Jr. High School is part of Hollandale School District.
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