JDC HIGH SCHOOL

JDC HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Jeff Davis County School District school district, located in BASSFIELD, MS with about 396 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 29 teachers, JDC HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

JDC HIGH SCHOOL, located in Bassfield, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Jefferson Davis County School District. As a rural public school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive community environment for its students. The school is committed to preparing its student body for post-secondary success, offering a blend of core educational subjects, extracurricular activities, and vocational opportunities designed to meet the needs of the local population.

The school functions as a central pillar of the Bassfield community, emphasizing both academic achievement and school spirit. Through its official website, JDC HIGH SCHOOL maintains clear communication with parents and stakeholders regarding district policies, school calendars, and athletic programs. By integrating local resources with state educational standards, the school strives to empower its students to become productive citizens while maintaining the unique cultural identity of Jefferson Davis County.

For more information, contact JDC HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 943-5391 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

891 BASS BURKETT RD
P O Box 370
BASSFIELD, MS 39421
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JDC HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BASSFIELD, MS with about 396 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
396
Teachers:
29.15
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Provision 3
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
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 396 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JDC HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 87% of the student body.

Black or African American
87.4%
White
10.9%
Hispanic/Latino
1.5%
Two or more races
0.3%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.