EAST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST
21700 Slider Rd.
Moss Point, MS 39562
787 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
East Central High School, located in Moss Point, Mississippi, is a public secondary institution serving students within the Jackson County School District. As a central educational hub for the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering academic excellence while preparing students for success in both higher education and the modern workforce. The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and student organizations, all aimed at developing well-adjusted and responsible citizens.

The campus at 21700 Slider Rd. serves as a focal point for student life in the district, reflecting the values of the surrounding East Central community. By utilizing the resources of the Jackson County School District, the school provides access to a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while encouraging student growth through technology integration and community involvement. Through its commitment to a supportive learning environment, East Central High School strives to equip its student body with the critical thinking skills and character necessary to thrive after graduation.
787
Total Students
48.6
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    747 (94.9 %)
  • Black
    23 (2.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    9 (1.1 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST
Phone: (228)283-3120
Website: http://www.jcsd.ms/site/Default.aspx?PageID=44
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 787
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 259
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 118

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 209
Grade 10 193
Grade 11 196
Grade 12 179
Ungraded 10
Gender Ratio