Serving 143 students in grades 8-9, Natchez Freshman Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50%
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Natchez Freshman Academy's student population of 143 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Motto
Great Students, Great Schools, Great Community: "Where Our Children Come First"
School Rankings
The diversity score of Natchez Freshman Academy is 0.20, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
89%
47%
White
10%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
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 schools are Natchez Freshman Academy often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natchez Freshman Academy?
The graduation rate of Natchez Freshman Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Natchez Freshman Academy?
143 students attend Natchez Freshman Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Natchez Freshman Academy students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natchez Freshman Academy?
Natchez Freshman Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Natchez Freshman Academy offer ?
Natchez Freshman Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchez Freshman Academy part of?
Natchez Freshman Academy is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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