Serving 792 students in grades 6-12, Newton County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newton County High School's student population of 792 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Newton County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton County High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
22%
47%
White
69%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton County High School's ranking?
Newton County High School is ranked #303 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Newton County High School often compared to?
Newton County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton High School, N H Pilate Middle School, Union Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton County High School?
The graduation rate of Newton County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newton County High School?
792 students attend Newton County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Newton County High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton County High School?
Newton County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newton County High School offer ?
Newton County High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton County High School part of?
Newton County High School is part of Newton County School District.
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