Jdc Middle School

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Jdc Middle School ranks 165 th of 264 Mississippi middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Jdc Middle School is a public middle school in Prentiss, Mississippi, serving 272 students in grades 6-8. The school faces significant challenges, with a student population that is 84.56% African American, a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, and lower academic performance compared to the state and a nearby school, Rod Paige Middle School.

Jdc Middle School's proficiency rates on state tests are generally lower than the state averages and the nearby Rod Paige Middle School, which is part of the Lawrence County School District. For example, in 2023-2024, Jdc Middle School's proficiency rates in English Language Arts were 33.7% for 6th grade, 30.1% for 7th grade, and 43.3% for 8th grade, compared to the state averages of 39.7%, 40.8%, and 42%, respectively. Additionally, Jdc Middle School has a higher student-teacher ratio of 16.4, compared to 11.4 at Rod Paige Middle School.

Despite the challenges, the data suggests that there may be opportunities for improvement at Jdc Middle School. The school's 8th-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate of 43.3% is higher than the 6th and 7th-grade rates, indicating that there may be room for growth in the lower grades. Additionally, the high free and reduced lunch rate at Jdc Middle School suggests that the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may be contributing to the lower academic performance. With targeted interventions and support, the school may be able to improve student outcomes and better serve the needs of its community.

Detail:

Public 6-8

2429 Mississippi Ave
Prentiss, MS 39474

(601) 792-1450

District: Jefferson Davis County School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
165^th of 264 Mississippi Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $14,747

Student/teacher ratio: 16.4

Number of students: 272

Racial breakdown:

African American:

84.6%

White:

13.6%

Two or more races:

1.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 100%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Jdc Middle School ranks worse than 62.5% of middle schools in Mississippi. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 37.56. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (84.6%), White (13.6%), two or more races (1.5%). (See more...)

Compare Details 100% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Jdc Middle School is 16.4. (See more...)

Compare Jdc Middle School employs 16.5 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Jdc Middle School is $14,747.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Jdc Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks Jdc Middle School 165^th of 264 Mississippi public middle schools. (See Jdc Middle School in the ranking list.)

Jefferson Davis County School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson Davis County School District 76^th of 130 Mississippi school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Jdc Middle School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MS State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	37.56	165^th	264	37.5%

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Data source: test scores: Mississippi Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Mississippi Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Jdc Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2022	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2023	37	230	0	0	1	0	4	0	272

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Jdc Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2023	272	16.5	16.4	100

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Jdc Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2023	272	16.5	16.4	100

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Jdc Middle School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2022	$14,746

Data source: Mississippi Department of Education

Schools Near Jdc Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				MAAP English Language Arts (2024)			MAAP Mathematics (2024)			MAAP Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MAAP English Language Arts 6th Grade	MAAP English Language Arts 7th Grade	MAAP English Language Arts 8th Grade	MAAP Mathematics 6th Grade	MAAP Mathematics 7th Grade	MAAP Mathematics 8th Grade	MAAP Science 8th Grade	Total
Jdc Middle School	Public	6-8	2429 Mississippi Ave	Prentiss	39474	Jefferson Davis County	Jefferson Davis County School District	No	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(601) 792-1450	272	17	16.4	100.0%	37 (13.6%)	230 (84.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.5%)	37.6	165^th of 264 public middle schools	37.5%					(n/a)	33.7	30.1	43.3	23.1	53.4	42.2	50.0	$14,747
Rod Paige Middle School	Public	6-8	1570 Broad St. West	Monticello	39654	Lawrence County	Lawrence County School District	No	No	No	Yes	(601) 587-2128	259	23	11.4	98.8%	114 (44.0%)	127 (49.0%)	8 (3.1%)	1 (0.4%)	1 (0.4%)	1 (0.4%)	7 (2.7%)	66	84^th of 264 public middle schools	68.2%		51.2	111^th of 243 public middle schools	54.3%	27	35.4	39.1	40.8	52.3	72.4	70.4	73.6	$12,797

Frequently Asked Questions about Jdc Middle School

What district is Jdc Middle School in?

Jefferson Davis County School District

How many students attend Jdc Middle School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 272 students attended Jdc Middle School.

What is the racial makeup of Jdc Middle School?

Students at Jdc Middle School are 85% African American, 14% White, 1% Two or more races.

Is Jdc Middle School a good school?

Jdc Middle School ranks 165^th of 264 Mississippi middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

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