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W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies

1749 Chestnut Street, Clarksdale, MS 38614, United States
+1 (662) 627-8550
http://cmsdschools.org
1.5
Overall Rating

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W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies Overview

About This School

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies is a public middle in Clarksdale, Mississippi, serving 269 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 16% proficiency in ELA and 14% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1 with 11 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $43,636. One counselor is available for the student body. The student population is 52% male and 48% female. Regarding ethnicity, the school is composed of 56% Black students and 42% students of two or more races, with 1% identifying as White and 1% identifying as Hispanic.

269
Total Students
Grade 7-8
23:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
11 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts16%
Mathematics14%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-8
County
Coahoma County
Students per Counselor
269:1

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

16%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 18%State Avg: 40%
14%
Mathematics
City Avg: 25%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

23:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 16.6:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
269
Students per Counselor

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
11

Average Teacher Salary

$43,636
City Avg: $44,713
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio23:1
Students per Counselor269:1

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies Student Demographics

Student Body

52.04%
Male
47.96%
Female
Total Enrollment: 269 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.49%
Hispanic1.12%
Asian0%
Black55.76%
Two or More Races41.64%
Native American0%

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies

Q: What is W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies?

A: W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies is a middle public located in Clarksdale.

Q: How many students attend W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies?

A: W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies has approximately 269 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies?

A: The student-teacher ratio at W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies is 23:1.

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Detailed Information about W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies is a public middle in Clarksdale, Mississippi, serving 269 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 16% proficiency in ELA and 14% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1 with 11 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $43,636. One counselor is available for the student body. The student population is 52% male and 48% female. Regarding ethnicity, the school is composed of 56% Black students and 42% students of two or more races, with 1% identifying as White and 1% identifying as Hispanic.

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About W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies - Clarksdale, MS

Quick Facts about W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies
School NameW.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-8
Location1749 Chestnut Street, Clarksdale, MS 38614, Clarksdale, MS
CountyCoahoma County
Phone+1 (662) 627-8550
Total Students269
Student-Teacher Ratio23:1
Full-Time Teachers11
Rating1.5/10
ELA Proficiency16%
Math Proficiency14%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies

What is W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies?

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies is a middle public located in Clarksdale.

How many students attend W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies?

W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies has approximately 269 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies?

The student-teacher ratio at W.A. Higgins Academy Of Arts/International Studies is 23:1.

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