Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Natchez Early College Co-lin ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natchez Early College Co-lin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Natchez Early College Co-lin's student population of 174 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Natchez Early College Co-lin ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchez Early College Co-lin is 0.27, which is less 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
#94 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
85%
45%
White
9%
40%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natchez Early College Co-lin's ranking?
Natchez Early College Co-lin is ranked #94 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Natchez Early College Co-lin often compared to?
Natchez Early College Co-linis often viewed alongside schools like Natchez High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natchez Early College Co-lin?
The graduation rate of Natchez Early College Co-lin is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Natchez Early College Co-lin?
174 students attend Natchez Early College Co-lin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Natchez Early College Co-lin students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natchez Early College Co-lin?
Natchez Early College Co-lin has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Natchez Early College Co-lin offer ?
Natchez Early College Co-lin offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchez Early College Co-lin part of?
Natchez Early College Co-lin is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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