Serving 1,295 students in grades 7-13, South Jones 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 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-13
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Jones High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Jones High School's student population of 1,295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
South Jones 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 South Jones High School is 0.51, 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
#340 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
18%
45%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Jones High School's ranking?
South Jones High School is ranked #340 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Jones High School often compared to?
South Jones High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jones High School, Northeast Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Jones High School?
The graduation rate of South Jones High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Jones High School?
1,295 students attend South Jones High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of South Jones High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Jones High School?
South Jones High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Jones High School offer ?
South Jones High School offers enrollment in grades 7-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Jones High School part of?
South Jones High School is part of Jones County School District.
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