WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL

WEST 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 1,402 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 83 teachers, WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL, located on Springhill Road in Laurel, Mississippi, is a key secondary institution within the Jones County School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The school’s curriculum typically encompasses a broad range of core subjects, elective courses, and extracurricular activities designed to foster both intellectual growth and personal development.

Beyond its academic offerings, WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL maintains a strong emphasis on school spirit and community engagement. The school is well-known for its active participation in regional athletics and extracurricular programs, which serve to build character, teamwork, and leadership among its student body. By utilizing its official district website, the school keeps students, parents, and community members informed about campus news, athletic schedules, and educational resources, striving to maintain a supportive and transparent learning community.

For more information, contact WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 729-8144 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

254 Springhill Road
Laurel, MS 39443
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WEST JONES HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Laurel, MS with about 1,402 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,402
Teachers:
83.2
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I 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 1,402 students

White
64.5%
Black or African American
23.0%
Hispanic/Latino
10.3%
Two or more races
1.3%
Asian
0.9%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.