Below Average
#785 of 863 schools in MS
Whitten Middle School
Middle School · JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
210 DANIEL LAKE BOULEVARD, Jackson, MS 39212
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#785 of 863
In Jackson
#33 of 55
public schools
In district
#24 of 46
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Whitten Middle School
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About Whitten Middle School
Whitten Middle School is a public middle school in Jackson, MS, part of JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Whitten Middle School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitten Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Whitten Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Whitten Middle School 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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Whitten Middle School — Students at Whitten Middle School score 14% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 4.3/10.
How Whitten Middle School Compares
See how Whitten Middle School 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
210 DANIEL LAKE BOULEVARD, Jackson, MS 39212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitten Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. REIMAGINE PREP (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEEPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BLACKBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.0/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| SHIRLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PEEPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| REIMAGINE PREP Jackson | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| WILKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| WINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| LBFH CHILDCARE CENTER AND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jackson | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| JIM HILL HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.3 mi | 2.8 |
| ISABLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.7 mi | 2.6 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW VINEYARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER Jackson | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| E. E. ROGERS SDA SCHOOL Jackson | 3.0 mi | — |
| BLACKBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 3.4 mi | 3.0 |
| CLAUSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| PROVINE HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| BATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.6 mi | 2.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,300
Median Home Value
$105,500
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
26,899
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BYHALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL (5-8) Byhalia, MS | 4.1 |
| W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY Clarksdale, MS | 4.1 |
| MAGEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Magee, MS | 3.8 |
| OAKHURST INTERMEDIATE ACADEMY Clarksdale, MS | 4.2 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville, MS | 4.2 |
| QUITMAN JR HIGH SCHOOL Quitman, MS | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitten Middle School
What grades does Whitten Middle School serve?
Whitten Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Whitten Middle School?
Whitten Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitten Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitten Middle School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whitten Middle School rank in MS?
Whitten Middle School ranks #785 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Whitten Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitten Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Whitten Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitten Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whitten Middle School a charter school?
No, Whitten Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whitten Middle School a Title I school?
No, Whitten Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitten Middle School?
100.0% of students at Whitten Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hinds County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (601) 371-4309
Resources & Links
District
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,747
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,713
- District Rank
- #24 of 46
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