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Newton County High School

16255 Hwy 503, Decatur, MS 39327, United States
+1 (601) 635-4261
http://www.newton.k12.ms.us
4.8
Overall Rating

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Newton County High School Overview

About This School

Newton County High School is a public high in Decatur, Mississippi, serving 768 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 49% in math. The school maintains a staff of 65 teachers with an average salary of $53,156, while the student-teacher ratio sits at 11:1. One counselor is available for every 768 students. The student body at Newton County High School is composed of 51% female and 49% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% White, 21% Black, 2% Hispanic, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

768
Total Students
Grade 7-12
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
65 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics49%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-12
County
Newton County
Students per Counselor
768:1

Newton County High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 52%State Avg: 40%
49%
Mathematics
City Avg: 54%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
768
Students per Counselor

Newton County High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
65

Average Teacher Salary

$53,156
City Avg: $53,156
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor768:1

Newton County High School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.96%
Male
51.04%
Female
Total Enrollment: 768 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White67.84%
Hispanic2.34%
Asian0.78%
Black20.96%
Two or More Races0.91%
Native American7.03%

Newton County High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Newton County High School

Q: What is Newton County High School?

A: Newton County High School is a high public located in Decatur.

Q: How many students attend Newton County High School?

A: Newton County High School has approximately 768 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Newton County High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Newton County High School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about Newton County High School

Newton County High School is a public high in Decatur, Mississippi, serving 768 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 47% in ELA and 49% in math. The school maintains a staff of 65 teachers with an average salary of $53,156, while the student-teacher ratio sits at 11:1. One counselor is available for every 768 students. The student body at Newton County High School is composed of 51% female and 49% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% White, 21% Black, 2% Hispanic, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Newton County High School - Decatur, MS

Quick Facts about Newton County High School
School NameNewton County High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-12
Location16255 Hwy 503, Decatur, MS 39327, Decatur, MS
CountyNewton County
Phone+1 (601) 635-4261
Total Students768
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers65
Rating4.8/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency49%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Newton County High School

What is Newton County High School?

Newton County High School is a high public located in Decatur.

How many students attend Newton County High School?

Newton County High School has approximately 768 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newton County High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Newton County High School is 11:1.

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