Simmons Jr High School serves 123 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 62%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
The diversity score of Simmons Jr High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% 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?
123 students attend Simmons Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Simmons Jr High School students are Black, 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 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
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?
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