What grades does W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY serve?

W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the CLARKSDALE area.

Where is W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY located?

W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY is a town school in CLARKSDALE, MS.

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. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in CLARKSDALE, MS?

Schools in CLARKSDALE include W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the CLARKSDALE area.

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CLARKSDALE, MS 38614

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School Profile

Grades

7–8

Enrollment

281

Student:Teacher

14.1:1

Locale

Town

District

CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(662)627-8550

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

15%

12th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

11%

14th percentile in MS

Chronic Absenteeism

20.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

8 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.3:1

Better than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

375

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

93% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,773

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,057

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$22,793

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 54%State 29%Local 16%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$56,981

-9.5% 1yr-30.2% 5yr

Clarksdale, MS metro area

Community Need Level

High

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

48.9%

Below 150% poverty line

11.0%

Unemployment rate

13.4%

Uninsured residents

18.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

243

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

211

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

75%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

64 (30%)

Specific Learning Disability

39 (18%)

Intellectual Disability

28 (13%)

Other Health Impairment

26 (12%)

Autism

15 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

9 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

269

Current enrollment

Declining(-22% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY

As of the most recent data, 281 students are enrolled at W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY. It is a Middle school within the local district.

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