Natchez High School

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Natchez High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
323 Sergeant Prentiss Dr,  Natchez, MS
Natchez-Adams School District
3.2
3.8
606 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Eric Jackson
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
28%
Average GPA
3.14
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
B-
Teachers
C
College Prep
C+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.14
Reading Proficiency
28%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
50
Full Time Teachers
50
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
460
Verbal
560
Average ACT
17
Math
17
English
17
Reading
18
Science
18
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
21.6%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
170:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%
Black
88.6%
White
5.8%
Two or more races
4.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Hispanic
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Alcorn State University 186 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 149 Students
Mississippi State University 135 Students
Jackson State University 123 Students
Copiah-Lincoln Community College 90 Students
University of Mississippi 75 Students
Louisiana State University 73 Students
Hinds Community College 59 Students
Southern University & A&M College 46 Students
Tougaloo College 40 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 51 Students
Biology 32 Students
Business 23 Students
Psychology 20 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 16 Students
Cosmetology 15 Students
Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN) 11 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 10 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 10 Students
Computer Science 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 97 Reviews
4.0 Alum
6/15/2022
Natchez Highschool is a school where you are guaranteed to feel welcomed at all times. What I mostly like about the school is how the staff actually wants to see you succeed. I don't think there's anything I'd change about the school.
3.0 Senior
3/3/2021
This school cared more about the rules and dress code than our education.The only good thing about this school are the counselors.They didnt' take us on any college tours or do anything to prepare us for college
5.0 Alum
9/24/2020
My experience at Natchez High School was very challenging at first but then came out to be very fun. I made a lot of memories with my friends and classmates that I will not forget. I was a dancer so that was a very fun experience as well. And my classmates would always have these amazingly fun pep rallies that always sent our football team to their game really hyped. Overall my experience at Natchez High School was very fun and memorable.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 5 Reviews
5.0 student
3/11/2010
5.0 student
2/5/2009
1.0 parent
11/17/2008
5.0 parent
3/17/2008

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Natchez High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Natchez, MS and is served by the Natchez-Adams School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 606 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 28% are proficient in reading. Natchez High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.14, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1020 and an ACT score of 17. Discover additional schools in the area, like Central School, Natchez Early College Academy, Adams County Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Natchez has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Natchez High School.

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