Jefferson County High vs Jefferson County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson County High
Fayette · Public high · Grades 9–12
331 students
Jefferson County Middle School
Fayette · Public middle · Grades 6–8
240 students
| Measure | Jefferson County High Fayette, Mississippi | Jefferson County Middle School Fayette, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 197 | #102 of 181 |
| National rank | #15819 of 16,910 | #11788 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 331 | 240 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 240 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 98.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | Fayette | Fayette |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson County Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.7 vs 16.7).
- •Jefferson County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.8% vs 100%).
- •Jefferson County High does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 12.6).
- •Jefferson County High is the larger school with 331 students compared with 240.
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 Jefferson County High better than Jefferson County Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson County Middle School ranks higher (30.7 vs 16.7 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 Jefferson County High and Jefferson County Middle School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Fayette and Fayette in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson County High: 331. Jefferson County Middle School: 240. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson County High and Jefferson County Middle School rank in Mississippi?
Jefferson County High is 171st of 197 and Jefferson County Middle School is 102nd of 181 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).