HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL

HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Hazlehurst City School District school district, located in HAZLEHURST, MS with about 391 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 27 teachers, HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL, located at 101 S. Haley Street in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Hazlehurst City School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for college, career, and life beyond the classroom. By focusing on core curriculum standards and fostering a supportive community, the school aims to cultivate the intellectual, social, and personal growth of its student body while maintaining a strong connection to the local Hazlehurst community.

Beyond traditional classroom instruction, HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes the importance of extracurricular engagement and holistic development. The school offers various programs designed to enhance student life, encourage school spirit, and promote leadership skills. For those seeking additional information regarding the school's specific academic offerings, athletic programs, district policies, or calendar events, the official school website—http://www.hazlehurst.k12.ms.us—serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.

For more information, contact HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 894-2489 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

101 S. HALEY STREET
HAZLEHURST, MS 39083
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HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in HAZLEHURST, MS with about 391 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
391
Teachers:
27.83
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not 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 391 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HAZLEHURST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 94% of the student body.

Black or African American
94.1%
Hispanic/Latino
3.8%
White
1.0%
Asian
0.8%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
52.9%
Male
47.1%

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.