Serving 1,585 students in grades 7-13, West Jones High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-13
- Enrollment: 1,585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Jones High School serves the northwest part of Laurel, MS, covering an area of approximately 174.7 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Jones High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Jones High School's student population of 1,585 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,585 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
West 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 West Jones High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#277 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
50%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jones High School's ranking?
West Jones High School is ranked #277 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Jones High School often compared to?
West Jones High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Jones High School, Laurel High School, Northeast Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Jones High School?
The graduation rate of West Jones High School is 92%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend West Jones High School?
1,585 students attend West Jones High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Jones High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jones High School?
West Jones High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Jones High School offer ?
West Jones High School offers enrollment in grades 7-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Jones High School part of?
West Jones High School is part of Jones County School District.
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