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West Jones High School

254 Springhill Road, Laurel, MS 39443, United States
+1 (601) 729-8144
http://wjh.jonesk12.org
5.3
Overall Rating

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West Jones High School Overview

About This School

West Jones High School is a public high school in Laurel, Mississippi, serving 1,587 students in grades 7-13th Grade. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 43% in ELA and 63% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 112 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $50,355. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 529 students per counselor. The student body is evenly split between male and female populations. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 50% White, 24% Hispanic, 23% Black, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

1,587
Total Students
7-13th Grade
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
112 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts43%
Mathematics63%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
7-13th Grade
County
Jones County
Students per Counselor
529:1

West Jones High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

43%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 40%
63%
Mathematics
City Avg: 43%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
529
Students per Counselor

West Jones High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
112

Average Teacher Salary

$50,355
City Avg: $46,556
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Students per Counselor529:1

West Jones High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.22%
Male
49.78%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,587 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White49.91%
Hispanic23.69%
Asian0.82%
Black23.06%
Two or More Races2.46%
Native American0.06%

West Jones High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About West Jones High School

Q: How many students attend West Jones High School?

A: West Jones High School has approximately 1,587 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Jones High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Jones High School is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about West Jones High School

West Jones High School is a public high school in Laurel, Mississippi, serving 1,587 students in grades 7-13th Grade. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 43% in ELA and 63% in math. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 112 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $50,355. Guidance services are managed with a ratio of 529 students per counselor. The student body is evenly split between male and female populations. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 50% White, 24% Hispanic, 23% Black, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About West Jones High School - Laurel, MS

Quick Facts about West Jones High School
School NameWest Jones High School
School Typepublic
Grade Levels7-13th Grade
Location254 Springhill Road, Laurel, MS 39443, Laurel, MS
CountyJones County
Phone+1 (601) 729-8144
Total Students1,587
Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Full-Time Teachers112
Rating5.3/10
ELA Proficiency43%
Math Proficiency63%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Jones High School

How many students attend West Jones High School?

West Jones High School has approximately 1,587 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Jones High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Jones High School is 14:1.

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