Below Average
#773 of 863 schools in MS
W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy
Middle School · CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
PO Box 1088, Clarksdale, MS 38614
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#773 of 863
In Clarksdale
#9 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
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W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy
Middle School in Clarksdale · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy
W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy is a public middle school in Clarksdale, MS, part of CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST. W.a.
Higgins Middle School Academy serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy — Students at W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy Compares
See how W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 1088, Clarksdale, MS 38614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. QUITMAN COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Marks), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OAKHURST INTERMEDIATE ACADEMY (rated 4.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Clarksdale, see our Clarksdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEO H OLIVER VISUAL/PERF. ARTS Clarksdale | 0.1 mi | 2.0 |
| BOOKER T WASHINGTON INTERN. STUDIES Clarksdale | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clarksdale | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| OAKHURST INTERMEDIATE ACADEMY Clarksdale | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| JEROME W. STAMPLEY 9TH GRADE ACADEM Clarksdale | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL Clarksdale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| LEE ACADEMY Clarksdale | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Clarksdale | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| KIRKPATRICK HEALTH /WELLNESS Clarksdale | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| CLARKSDALE COLLEGIATE Clarksdale | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| COAHOMA COUNTY JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Clarksdale | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| LYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JONESTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale | 10.8 mi | 6.3 |
| FRIARS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale | 12.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BROOKS ELEM SCHOOL Duncan | 15.5 mi | 9.2 |
| QUITMAN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lambert | 15.3 mi | 8.5 |
| M. S. PALMER HIGH SCHOOL Marks | 16.1 mi | 4.7 |
| QUITMAN COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Marks | 16.4 mi | 5.1 |
| R H BEARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sumner | 19.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST TALLAHATCHIE HIGH SCHOOL Webb | 20.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,273
Median Home Value
$91,000
Median Rent
$762/mo
Population
16,384
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
36.5%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WHITTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 4.0 |
| OAKHURST INTERMEDIATE ACADEMY Clarksdale, MS | 4.2 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville, MS | 4.2 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Crystal Springs, MS | 4.3 |
| MAGEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Magee, MS | 3.8 |
| QUITMAN JR HIGH SCHOOL Quitman, MS | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy
What grades does W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy serve?
W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy?
W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy rank in MS?
W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy ranks #773 of 863 schools in MS.
What is W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy a charter school?
No, W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy a Title I school?
No, W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy?
100.0% of students at W.a. Higgins Middle School Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 281
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Coahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (662) 627-8550
Resources & Links
District
CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 1,889
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,773
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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