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Itawamba Agricultural High School

High School · ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST

11900 Highway 25 South, Fulton, MS 38843

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Fulton

#2 of 3

public schools

Mississippi high schools

#133 of 196

In district

#4 of 6

ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Itawamba Agricultural High School

Itawamba Agricultural High School serves 527 students in grades 9-12 in the rural community of Fulton, Mississippi. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1 and 36 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a more intimate learning environment typical of rural educational settings. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking #119 out of 865 schools statewide, placing it in the 86th percentile.

Students show particularly impressive strength in mathematics, with 82% scoring proficient or above across grade levels. English Language Arts performance shows 47% of students meeting proficiency standards, indicating an area with room for continued growth and development. Itawamba Agricultural High School's academic score of 9.0 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student achievement in this tight-knit rural community.

The surrounding area has a median household income of $52,083 and a poverty rate of 9.6%, with 19% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Located on Highway 25 South in remote rural Itawamba County, the school serves a community where the median home value is $132,500, providing students with an education rooted in the agricultural traditions and close-knit values of rural Mississippi.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Itawamba Agricultural High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+4.67 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.0Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82%
Reading/ELA Proficiency47%
Overall Proficiency65%
Expected (poverty-adj.)56%
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness2.3Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation2.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,612

Itawamba Agricultural High School — Students at Itawamba Agricultural High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
62%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Itawamba Agricultural High School Compares

See how Itawamba Agricultural High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MS
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
3.7/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Location

11900 Highway 25 South, Fulton, MS 38843

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Itawamba Agricultural High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NETTLETON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Nettleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is AMORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Amory), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOOREVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Mooreville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ITAWAMBA ATTENDANCE CENTER Fulton 0.2 mi 6.9
DORSEY ATTENDANCE CENTER Fulton 7.0 mi 4.7
TREMONT ATTENDANCE CENTER Tremont 7.7 mi 6.4
MANTACHIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mantachie 9.1 mi 4.5
SMITHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Smithville 10.5 mi 5.3
FAIRVIEW ATTENDANCE CENTER Golden 10.3 mi 6.5
MOOREVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Mooreville 11.2 mi 7.0
MOOREVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Mooreville 11.2 mi 5.1
MOOREVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mooreville 11.3 mi 6.9
AMORY HIGH SCHOOL Amory 16.2 mi 7.5
EAST AMORY SCHOOL Amory 16.4 mi 7.2
AMORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Amory 16.5 mi 6.3
HATLEY HIGH SCHOOL Amory 17.3 mi 6.0
AMORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Amory 17.2 mi 5.8
NETTLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL Nettleton 15.8 mi 8.6
NETTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nettleton 16.0 mi 3.4
WEST AMORY SCHOOL Amory 17.9 mi 6.0
NETTLETON HIGH SCHOOL Nettleton 16.1 mi 7.7
PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville 15.5 mi 5.5
TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo 15.9 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,785

Median Home Value

$141,800

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

12,275

College Educated

18.3%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

36.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Itawamba Agricultural High School has a median household income of $59,785. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,800, with a median rent of $816/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Belzoni, MS 6.0
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RALEIGH HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh, MS 6.0
SEMINARY HIGH SCHOOL Seminary, MS 6.0
SENATOBIA HIGH SCHOOL Senatobia, MS 6.0
South Pontotoc High School Pontotoc, MS 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Itawamba Agricultural High School

What grades does Itawamba Agricultural High School serve?

Itawamba Agricultural High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Itawamba Agricultural High School?

Itawamba Agricultural High School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Itawamba Agricultural High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Itawamba Agricultural High School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Itawamba Agricultural High School rank in MS?

Itawamba Agricultural High School is ranked #505 out of 862 schools in MS.

What is Itawamba Agricultural High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Itawamba Agricultural High School has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Itawamba Agricultural High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Itawamba Agricultural High School has 58.7% math proficiency and 37.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Itawamba Agricultural High School a charter school?

No, Itawamba Agricultural High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Itawamba Agricultural High School a Title I school?

No, Itawamba Agricultural High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Itawamba Agricultural High School?

56.9% of students at Itawamba Agricultural High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,785/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fulton). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Itawamba County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
3,285
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,183
District Rank
#4 of 6

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