Serving 104 students in grades 7-8, Heidelberg Jr. 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 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- 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 Jr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Heidelberg Jr. High School's student population of 104 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heidelberg Jr. 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 Jr. High School is 0.43, 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
#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
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
29%
45%
Two or more races
70%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heidelberg Jr. High School's ranking?
Heidelberg Jr. High School is ranked #437 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
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 Jr. High School?
104 students attend Heidelberg Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Heidelberg Jr. High School students are Two or more races, 29% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heidelberg Jr. High School?
Heidelberg Jr. High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heidelberg Jr. High School offer ?
Heidelberg Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heidelberg Jr. High School part of?
Heidelberg Jr. High School is part of East Jasper School District.
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