Velma Jackson High School is a public high school in unincorporated Madison County, Mississippi, United States. It is a part of the Madison County School District.
Serving 213 students in grades 9-12, Velma Jackson 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 47%). 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 7:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Velma Jackson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Velma Jackson High School's student population of 213 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Velma Jackson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Velma Jackson High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Velma Jackson High School's ranking?
Velma Jackson High School is ranked #335 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Velma Jackson High School often compared to?
Velma Jackson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Scott School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% 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 Velma Jackson High School?
The graduation rate of Velma Jackson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Velma Jackson High School?
213 students attend Velma Jackson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Velma Jackson High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Velma Jackson High School?
Velma Jackson High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Velma Jackson High School offer ?
Velma Jackson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Velma Jackson High School part of?
Velma Jackson High School is part of Madison Co School District.
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