Serving 107 students in grades 7-8, Heidelberg Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heidelberg Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heidelberg Junior High School's student population of 107 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heidelberg Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heidelberg Junior High School is 0.04, 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
#437 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
98%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
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 Heidelberg Junior High School's ranking?
Heidelberg Junior High School is ranked #437 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Heidelberg Junior High School often compared to?
Heidelberg Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Springs Middle School, Seminary Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Heidelberg Junior High School?
107 students attend Heidelberg Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Heidelberg Junior High School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heidelberg Junior High School?
Heidelberg Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heidelberg Junior High School offer ?
Heidelberg Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heidelberg Junior High School part of?
Heidelberg Junior High School is part of East Jasper Consolidated School District.
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