FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL

FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HI SCH is a Title I public high school that is part of the Forrest County Agricultural High School school district, located in Brooklyn, MS with about 588 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HI SCH has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Forrest County Agricultural High School (FCAHS), located in Brooklyn, Mississippi, is a unique educational institution with a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and community-focused learning. As a member of the historic Mississippi agricultural high school system, the school maintains a strong commitment to preparing students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus fosters a supportive, close-knit environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while engaging in a curriculum that balances core academic subjects with opportunities for vocational development and extracurricular involvement.

Beyond the classroom, FCAHS is known for promoting a sense of school spirit and tradition that is deeply rooted in the local community. The school emphasizes character development, leadership, and athletic participation, aiming to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute positively to society. By blending historical values with modern educational resources, Forrest County Agricultural High School serves as a vital hub for student growth and achievement in the region.

For more information, contact FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HI SCH at (601) 582-4741 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

215 Old Hwy 49 East
Brooklyn, MS 39425
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FORREST COUNTY AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Brooklyn, MS with about 588 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
588
Teachers:
33.46
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 588 students

White
68.0%
Black or African American
28.4%
Hispanic/Latino
2.0%
Two or more races
1.4%
Asian
0.2%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.