Hazlehurst City School District

The Hazlehurst City School District in Mississippi operates three schools: Hazlehurst Elementary School, Hazlehurst High School, and Hazlehurst Middle School. The district as a whole ranks 102 out of 130 in the state and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students.

While the district does not have any clear standout schools, the data reveals some concerning trends. All three schools have relatively low performance metrics compared to state averages, with proficiency rates in core subjects like English, Math, and Science falling well below state benchmarks. The racial demographics of the district are heavily skewed towards African American and Hispanic students, with very low representation of other racial groups. Additionally, all three schools have 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a high level of economic disadvantage in the community.

The district's struggles are further compounded by resource constraints, with spending per student ranging from $8,529 to $11,004, lower than the state average. The student-teacher ratios are also relatively high, with class sizes ranging from 14.7 to 19.9 students per teacher. These factors likely contribute to the overall poor academic performance of the schools and highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes in the Hazlehurst City School District.