Jeff Davis County Middle School

Jdc Middle School is a public middle school in Prentiss, Mississippi, serving 272 students in grades 6-8. The school faces significant challenges, with a student population that is 84.56% African American, a 100% free and reduced lunch rate, and lower academic performance compared to the state and a nearby school, Rod Paige Middle School.

Jdc Middle School's proficiency rates on state tests are generally lower than the state averages and the nearby Rod Paige Middle School, which is part of the Lawrence County School District. For example, in 2023-2024, Jdc Middle School's proficiency rates in English Language Arts were 33.7% for 6th grade, 30.1% for 7th grade, and 43.3% for 8th grade, compared to the state averages of 39.7%, 40.8%, and 42%, respectively. Additionally, Jdc Middle School has a higher student-teacher ratio of 16.4, compared to 11.4 at Rod Paige Middle School.

Despite the challenges, the data suggests that there may be opportunities for improvement at Jdc Middle School. The school's 8th-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate of 43.3% is higher than the 6th and 7th-grade rates, indicating that there may be room for growth in the lower grades. Additionally, the high free and reduced lunch rate at Jdc Middle School suggests that the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may be contributing to the lower academic performance. With targeted interventions and support, the school may be able to improve student outcomes and better serve the needs of its community.