Jackson Public Schools is the third-largest school district in Mississippi, serving nearly 17,000 scholars, representing more than 80 percent of school-aged children in the state's capital and only urban municipality. Jackson, Mississippi has about 170,000 residents in an area of 104 square miles. There are 35 schools, which include 6 high schools, 7 middle schools, 22 elementary schools, along with 10 special program schools. These schools are divided into 6 feeder patterns based on the high school receiving the area's scholars.
Lamar County School District
Mission: The mission of the Lamar County School District is to provide a quality education in a safe and healthy learning environment with opportunities for all students to experience success.
Vision: Our students will be thriving, productive leaders who make a positive difference in their lives and the lives of others.
Our Core Values - We believe that:
Each person is responsible for his/her actions.
Each person has intrinsic value.
Lifelong learning is vital to shaping one's future.
Honesty and integrity are the foundation for mutual respect.
A commitment to individual excellence is essential for personal success.
Each person has something to contribute.
A safe and secure environment is essential to learning.
As the third largest school district in Mississippi, the Rankin County School District serves nearly 19,500 students in 28 schools over 757 square miles.
The Rankin County School District has the lowest tax rate of any school district in the metro Jackson area.