WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL
WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lowndes County School District school district, located in COLUMBUS, MS with about 223 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 24 teachers, WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL, located in Columbus, Mississippi, is a public secondary institution serving the students of the Lowndes County School District. As a smaller school community, it focuses on providing a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes academic growth while fostering an environment that encourages extracurricular involvement and school spirit.
Beyond its core curriculum, WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL is deeply integrated into the local community, serving as a hub for student development and regional pride. By utilizing the resources of the Lowndes County School District, the school offers various programs designed to support student achievement and character development. As indicated by its official web presence, the institution maintains a commitment to transparency and communication, working to keep families informed and engaged in the academic progress of their students.
For more information, contact WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL at (662) 328-1369 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLUMBUS, MS 39701
(662) 328-1369
WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in COLUMBUS, MS with about 223 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lowndes County School District
- Total Students:
- 223
- Teachers:
- 24.35
- 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:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 223 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 99% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 98.7%
- Two or more races
- 0.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.4%
- Female
- 50.7%
- Male
- 49.3%
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.