Brandon High School vs West Jones High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandon High School
Brandon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,609 students
West Jones High School
Laurel · Public high · Grades 7–13
1,587 students
| Measure | Brandon High School Brandon, Mississippi | West Jones High School Laurel, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #27 of 197 | #64 of 197 |
| National rank | #5735 of 16,910 | #9017 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–13 |
| Students | 1,609 | 1,587 |
| Enrollment | 1,609 | 1,587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.7% | 66.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 60% |
| city | Brandon | Laurel |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brandon High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.2 vs 47.7).
- •West Jones High School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 42%).
- •Brandon High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •Brandon High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.7% vs 66.3%).
- •Brandon High School is the larger school with 1,609 students compared with 1,587.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brandon High School better than West Jones High School?
On the Success Index (US), Brandon High School ranks higher (60.2 vs 47.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Brandon High School and West Jones High School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Brandon and Laurel in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandon High School: 1,609. West Jones High School: 1,587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandon High School and West Jones High School rank in Mississippi?
Brandon High School is 27th of 197 and West Jones High School is 64th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).