Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Smilow Collegiate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smilow Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Smilow Collegiate's student population of 547 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 225% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Smilow Collegiate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smilow Collegiate is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#706 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
97%
45%
White
1%
40%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smilow Collegiate's ranking?
Smilow Collegiate is ranked #706 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Smilow Collegiate?
547 students attend Smilow Collegiate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Smilow Collegiate students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smilow Collegiate?
Smilow Collegiate has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Smilow Collegiate offer ?
Smilow Collegiate offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smilow Collegiate part of?
Smilow Collegiate is part of Joel E. Smilow Collegiate School District.
In what neighborhood is Smilow Collegiate located?
Smilow Collegiate is located in the Fondren neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 2 other public schools located in Fondren.
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