Jim Hill High School is a public high school located in Jackson, Mississippi, United States, hosting the state's first International Baccalaureate Diploma program. It hosts Advanced Placement courses, a JROTC, and a SOAR program.
Serving 975 students in grades 9-12, Jim Hill High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jim Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jim Hill High School's student population of 975 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
975 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jim Hill 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 Jim Hill High School is 0.10, 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
#418 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
95%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jackson School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim Hill High School's ranking?
Jim Hill High School is ranked #418 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Jim Hill High School often compared to?
Jim Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Callaway High School, Forest Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jim Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Jim Hill High School is 83%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Jim Hill High School?
975 students attend Jim Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jim Hill High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim Hill High School?
Jim Hill High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jim Hill High School offer ?
Jim Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jim Hill High School part of?
Jim Hill High School is part of Jackson School District.
In what neighborhood is Jim Hill High School located?
Jim Hill High School is located in the Washington Addition neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 1 other public schools located in Washington Addition.
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