BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL

BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Scott County School District school district, located in MORTON, MS with about 546 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 30 teachers, BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Morton, Mississippi, serves as a central educational institution within the Scott County School District. Situated on M.L. King Drive, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment for students during their critical middle school years. The school focuses on delivering a comprehensive curriculum that aims to build a strong academic foundation while preparing students for the transition to high school.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school emphasizes student development through community engagement and local identity. By maintaining a presence within the Morton community, BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL plays an essential role in the district’s mission to provide equitable educational opportunities. Families and stakeholders can access ongoing updates, school policies, and academic resources through the district’s official website, reflecting the school’s dedication to maintaining transparent communication with the community it serves.

For more information, contact BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL at (601) 732-6977 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

128 M.L. KING DRIVE
MORTON, MS 39117
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BETTYE MAE JACK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MORTON, MS with about 546 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
546
Teachers:
30.13
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
Grade Levels Offered
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 546 students

White
41.0%
Black or African American
32.6%
Hispanic/Latino
19.8%
Two or more races
6.4%
Asian
0.2%

Female
46.5%
Male
53.5%

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.