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Heidelberg High School

804 North Pine Ave
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 229 students in grades 9-12, Heidelberg High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

School Overview

Heidelberg High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025

School Rankings

Heidelberg High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heidelberg High School is 0.00, 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.
This School
State Level (MS)
#168 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
80-84%
52%
40-44%
42%
65-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heidelberg High School's ranking?
Heidelberg High School is ranked #168 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heidelberg High School?
The graduation rate of Heidelberg High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Heidelberg High School?
229 students attend Heidelberg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Heidelberg High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heidelberg High School?
Heidelberg High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heidelberg High School offer ?
Heidelberg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heidelberg High School part of?
Heidelberg High School is part of East Jasper Consolidated Sch School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 229 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : 90-94% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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