For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 392 students in Jefferson Davis County, MS.
The top ranked public high school in Jefferson Davis County, MS is Jdc High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson Davis County, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Jefferson Davis County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Jefferson Davis County, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jdc High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Jefferson Davis County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jdc High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
891 Bass Burkett Rd
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5391
Bassfield, MS 39421
(601) 943-5391
Grades: 9-12
| 392 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jeff Davis Co Voc Tech Center
Vocational School
5080 Hwy 42
Carson, MS 39427
(601) 792-5005
Carson, MS 39427
(601) 792-5005
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Jefferson Davis County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2429 Mississippi Ave
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-1450
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-1450
Grades: 6-8
| 267 students
2429 Mississippi Ave
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-4646
Prentiss, MS 39474
(601) 792-4646
Grades: 7-12
| 345 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Jefferson Davis County, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in Jefferson Davis County, MS include Jdc High School.
How many public high schools are located in Jefferson Davis County?
2 public high schools are located in Jefferson Davis County.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson Davis County?
Jefferson Davis County public high schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
Segregation in K-12 Education: Colonial Era
Explore the origins of educational segregation during the colonial era and the differential treatment of Native American, African American, and white students. This article delves into the historical context, policies, and societal attitudes that shaped early education in colonial America, highlighting the disparities and injustices that persisted within the schooling systems of that time.
2011 Classroom Size Update: Are Classes Still Growing Larger?
Since the recession, public school classrooms have seen major budget cuts - and many increases in class sizes. How is the situation in 2011? Read this article to find out.
Will Single Sex Classrooms Save Public Schools?
Learn about the benefits of single sex classrooms and why public schools are hoping this type of classroom will save the American school system.