Simmons Jr High School serves 122 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Simmons Jr High School's student population of 122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
The diversity score of Simmons Jr High School is 0.02, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)25-29%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
99%
47%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MS state average).
How many students attend Simmons Jr High School?
122 students attend Simmons Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Simmons Jr High School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simmons Jr High School?
Simmons Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simmons Jr High School offer ?
Simmons Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Simmons Jr High School part of?
Simmons Jr High School is part of Hollandale School District.
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