High Schools in Wilkinson County School District

The Wilkinson County School District in Mississippi has only one high school, Wilkinson County High, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's academic performance is consistently low, with proficiency rates well below the state averages across all subjects. Despite serving a predominantly low-income student population, the school's per-student spending is above the state average, raising questions about the effective allocation of resources.

Wilkinson County High has struggled to improve student outcomes, with its statewide ranking declining from 209th out of 228 high schools in 2021-2022 to 225th out of 228 in 2023-2024. The school's proficiency rates on the MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) exams are significantly lower than the state averages, with only 26.1% of students proficient in Algebra I compared to the state average of 67.4%. This persistent underperformance suggests that the school and the Wilkinson County School District are facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to their students.

The data also reveals that Wilkinson County High serves a highly homogeneous student population, with 98.09% of students being African American and 100% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement is well-documented, and the data suggests that the school may be struggling to overcome the challenges associated with serving a disadvantaged student population. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach that addresses both resource allocation and targeted interventions to support student learning and achievement.