WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Wayne County School District school district, located in Waynesboro, MS with about 928 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 71 teachers, WAYNE COUNTY 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.

WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located in Waynesboro, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Wayne County School District. The school is committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth by providing a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary education and diverse career pathways. Its mission emphasizes the development of well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the critical thinking and technical skills necessary to succeed in a modern, global society.

Beyond its academic offerings, WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL encourages a vibrant campus life through various extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student organizations. By promoting a supportive and inclusive environment, the school strives to cultivate strong community engagement and school spirit. Through its focus on both traditional instruction and extracurricular enrichment, the school serves as a central hub for student development within the Waynesboro community.

For more information, contact WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 735-2851 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1325 Azalea Drive
Waynesboro, MS 39367
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WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Waynesboro, MS with about 928 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
928
Teachers:
71.22
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:
Supplemental 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 928 students

Black or African American
58.2%
White
40.9%
Hispanic/Latino
0.5%
Asian
0.2%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%

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.