Laurel High School vs South Jones High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurel High School
Laurel · Public high · Grades 9–12
732 students
South Jones High School
Ellisville · Public high · Grades 7–13
1,300 students
| Measure | Laurel High School Laurel, Mississippi | South Jones High School Ellisville, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 197 | #68 of 197 |
| National rank | #16054 of 16,910 | #9194 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–13 |
| Students | 732 | 1,300 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 1,300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 64.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 53% |
| city | Laurel | Ellisville |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Jones High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.0 vs 15.0).
- •South Jones High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 25%).
- •South Jones High School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 15%).
- •South Jones High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.5% vs 99.9%).
- •South Jones High School does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.4).
- •South Jones High School is the larger school with 1,300 students compared with 732.
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 Laurel High School better than South Jones High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Jones High School ranks higher (47.0 vs 15.0 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 Laurel High School and South Jones High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Ellisville in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Laurel High School: 732. South Jones High School: 1,300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Laurel High School and South Jones High School rank in Mississippi?
Laurel High School is 179th of 197 and South Jones High School is 68th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).