Below Average
#786 of 863 schools in MS
Wingfield High School
High School · JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1985 SCANLON DRIVE, Jackson, MS 39204
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#786 of 863
In Jackson
#34 of 55
public schools
In district
#25 of 46
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Wingfield High School
Wingfield High School is a public high school in Jackson, MS, part of JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wingfield High School serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wingfield High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #786 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Wingfield High School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Wingfield High 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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Wingfield High School — Students at Wingfield High School score 40% 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: 3.6/10.
How Wingfield High School Compares
See how Wingfield High 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
1985 SCANLON DRIVE, Jackson, MS 39204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wingfield High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JIM HILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PROVINE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 0.1 mi | 3.7 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| E. E. ROGERS SDA SCHOOL Jackson | 1.1 mi | — |
| CLAUSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PEEPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| REIMAGINE PREP Jackson | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| JIM HILL HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.6 mi | 2.8 |
| ISABLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.6 mi | 2.6 |
| PROVINE HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| VAN WINKLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| BATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 2.4 |
| CARDOZO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| WHITTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| PECAN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| BLACKBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$31,667
Median Home Value
$68,200
Median Rent
$890/mo
Population
14,048
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
32.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
43.6%
Median Age
31.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| YAZOO CITY HIGH SCHOOL Yazoo City, MS | 4.1 |
| GREENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Greenville, MS | 3.9 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Crystal Springs, MS | 3.8 |
| FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Forest, MS | 4.2 |
| QUITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Quitman, MS | 4.2 |
| CORINTH HIGH SCHOOL Corinth, MS | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wingfield High School
What grades does Wingfield High School serve?
Wingfield High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wingfield High School?
Wingfield High School has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wingfield High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wingfield High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wingfield High School rank in MS?
Wingfield High School ranks #786 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Wingfield High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wingfield High 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 Wingfield High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wingfield High School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wingfield High School a charter school?
No, Wingfield High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wingfield High School a Title I school?
No, Wingfield High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wingfield High School?
100.0% of students at Wingfield 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hinds County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.6%
- Phone
- (601) 371-4350
- 4-Year Graduation
- 81.0%
Resources & Links
District
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,747
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,713
- District Rank
- #25 of 46
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