NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL

NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Jones County School District school district, located in Laurel, MS with about 1,139 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 72 teachers, NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL, located in Laurel, Mississippi, is a public secondary institution serving the Jones County School District. As a staple of the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances core academic rigor with extracurricular engagement. The school is committed to fostering an environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school prides itself on a strong sense of community spirit, often centered around its athletic programs, arts, and various student organizations. By utilizing the resources of the Jones County School District, Northeast Jones High strives to integrate modern educational standards while maintaining the traditions and values of the surrounding Laurel area. Prospective students and parents can find detailed information regarding administrative policies, academic calendars, and school news on their official district website.

For more information, contact NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 425-2347 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

68 Northeast Drive
Laurel, MS 39443
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NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Laurel, MS with about 1,139 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,139
Teachers:
72.03
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not 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 1,139 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending NORTHEAST JONES HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 75% of the student body.

White
75.3%
Black or African American
16.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.2%
Two or more races
1.2%
Asian
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

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.