Serving 1,382 students in grades 9-12, Hernando High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernando High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hernando High School's student population of 1,382 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hernando High School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernando High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
13%
47%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hernando High School's ranking?
Hernando High School is ranked #16 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hernando High School often compared to?
Hernando High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hernando High School?
The graduation rate of Hernando High School is 92%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hernando High School?
1,382 students attend Hernando High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hernando High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hernando High School?
Hernando High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernando High School offer ?
Hernando High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hernando High School part of?
Hernando High School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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