Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Junior 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 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest Junior High School's student population of 518 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Junior High School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
94%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
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 is Northwest Junior High School's ranking?
Northwest Junior High School is ranked #653 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northwest Junior High School often compared to?
Northwest Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Middle School, George Washington Carver Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Northwest Junior High School?
518 students attend Northwest Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Northwest Junior High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Junior High School?
Northwest Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Junior High School offer ?
Northwest Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Junior High School part of?
Northwest Junior High School is part of Meridian School District.
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