Serving 238 students in grades 9-12, Newton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newton High School's student population of 238 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton High School is 0.10, 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
#230 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
95%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton High School's ranking?
Newton High School is ranked #230 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Newton High School often compared to?
Newton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newton High School?
The graduation rate of Newton High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newton High School?
238 students attend Newton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Newton High School students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton High School?
Newton High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newton High School offer ?
Newton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newton High School part of?
Newton High School is part of Newton Municipal School District.
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