Serving 236 students in grades 7-12, Biggersville 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biggersville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Biggersville High School's student population of 236 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biggersville 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 Biggersville High School is 0.43, 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
#401 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
20%
47%
White
73%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biggersville High School's ranking?
Biggersville High School is ranked #401 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Biggersville High School often compared to?
Biggersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kossuth High School, Alcorn Central High School, Corinth High School by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biggersville High School?
The graduation rate of Biggersville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Biggersville High School?
236 students attend Biggersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Biggersville High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biggersville High School?
Biggersville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Biggersville High School offer ?
Biggersville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Biggersville High School part of?
Biggersville High School is part of Alcorn School Dist School District.
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