What grades does WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL serve?

WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Laurel area.

Where is WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL located?

WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL is a rural school in Laurel, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL is 14.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Laurel, MS?

Schools in Laurel include WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Laurel area.

MSHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL — School Profile & District Info

High|Laurel, Mississippi|JONES CO SCHOOL DIST

Laurel, MS 39443

School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

1,574

Student:Teacher

14.3:1

Locale

Rural

District

JONES CO SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

62.0%

Phone

(601)729-8144

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35%

47th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

42%

60th percentile in MS

Graduation Rate

90-94%

Chronic Absenteeism

11.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

6 courses offered

103 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

154 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

364 test takers

Athletics

5 sports, 14 teams

293 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.4:1

Near average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,535

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

110

94% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,972

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,578

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,913

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 52%Local 27%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$149,644

-5.9% 1yr+6.9% 5yr

Laurel, MS metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

32.6%

Below 150% poverty line

3.9%

Unemployment rate

11.1%

Uninsured residents

13.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,677

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,610

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

534 (33%)

Other Health Impairment

353 (22%)

Speech/Language Impairment

236 (15%)

Autism

139 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

67 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

66 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,587

Current enrollment

Stable(+5% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL

WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL currently enrolls 1,574 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in MS.

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