Serving 614 students in grades 9-12, Tishomingo County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tishomingo County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tishomingo County High School's student population of 614 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tishomingo County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tishomingo County High School is 0.15, 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
#308 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
2%
47%
White
92%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tishomingo County High School's ranking?
Tishomingo County High School is ranked #308 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tishomingo County High School?
The graduation rate of Tishomingo County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Tishomingo County High School?
614 students attend Tishomingo County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Tishomingo County High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tishomingo County High School?
Tishomingo County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tishomingo County High School offer ?
Tishomingo County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tishomingo County High School part of?
Tishomingo County High School is part of Tishomingo Co Special Mun Sch Dist School District.
School Reviews
5 10/19/2009
I currently moved here to Tishomingo County High School and I have really enjoyed it. The teachers and staff are very kind and helpful. The students are nice and funny. The teachers here actually care and want to help you and help keep your grades up. I love this school and its better than the school i went to up to my ninth grade year second semester.
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