Serving 937 students in grades 7-13, Northeast Jones 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 49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-13
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Jones High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Northeast Jones High School's student population of 937 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
937 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Northeast Jones 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 Northeast Jones High School is 0.52, 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
#419 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
21%
45%
White
66%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Jones High School's ranking?
Northeast Jones High School is ranked #419 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northeast Jones High School often compared to?
Northeast Jones High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jones High School, South Jones High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast Jones High School?
The graduation rate of Northeast Jones High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northeast Jones High School?
937 students attend Northeast Jones High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Northeast Jones High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Jones High School?
Northeast Jones High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast Jones High School offer ?
Northeast Jones High School offers enrollment in grades 7-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Jones High School part of?
Northeast Jones High School is part of Jones County School District.
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