Serving 756 students in grades 6-8, Batesville Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Batesville Junior High School's student population of 756 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Batesville Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Batesville Junior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
63%
45%
White
27%
40%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Batesville Junior High School's ranking?
Batesville Junior High School is ranked #587 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Batesville Junior High School often compared to?
Batesville Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Panola Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Batesville Junior High School?
756 students attend Batesville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Batesville Junior High School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Batesville Junior High School?
Batesville Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Batesville Junior High School offer ?
Batesville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Batesville Junior High School part of?
Batesville Junior High School is part of South Panola School District.
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