Bailey Magnet High School, originally known as Bailey Junior High School and now Bailey APAC Middle School, is a middle school in Jackson, Mississippi, United States. The mascot of Bailey Magnet Middle School is the Mighty Knights.
Serving 267 students in grades 6-8, Bailey Middle Apac School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bailey Middle Apac School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bailey Middle Apac School's student population of 267 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1938
Colors
Black, Silver
School Rankings
Bailey Middle Apac School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bailey Middle Apac School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#95 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
90%
47%
White
6%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bailey Middle Apac School's ranking?
Bailey Middle Apac School is ranked #95 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bailey Middle Apac School often compared to?
Bailey Middle Apac Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bailey Middle Apac School?
267 students attend Bailey Middle Apac School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bailey Middle Apac School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bailey Middle Apac School?
Bailey Middle Apac School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bailey Middle Apac School offer ?
Bailey Middle Apac School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bailey Middle Apac School part of?
Bailey Middle Apac School is part of Jackson Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Bailey Middle Apac School located?
Bailey Middle Apac School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in Belhaven.
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