Serving 1,746 students in grades 9-12, Gulfport High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulfport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gulfport High School's student population of 1,746 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gulfport 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 Gulfport High School is 0.59, 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
#285 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
50%
47%
White
40%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
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 Gulfport High School's ranking?
Gulfport High School is ranked #285 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Gulfport High School often compared to?
Gulfport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biloxi High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gulfport High School?
The graduation rate of Gulfport High School is 91%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gulfport High School?
1,746 students attend Gulfport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gulfport High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gulfport High School?
Gulfport High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gulfport High School offer ?
Gulfport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gulfport High School part of?
Gulfport High School is part of Gulfport School Dist School District.
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