Serving 475 students in grades 9-12, Moss Point High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (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 85% 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: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Moss Point High School's student population of 475 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moss Point 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
#442 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
77%
47%
White
15%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
7%
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 Moss Point High School's ranking?
Moss Point High School is ranked #442 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Moss Point High School often compared to?
Moss Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gautier 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moss Point High School?
The graduation rate of Moss Point High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Moss Point High School?
475 students attend Moss Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moss Point High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moss Point High School?
Moss Point High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moss Point High School offer ?
Moss Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moss Point High School part of?
Moss Point High School is part of Moss Point Separate School Dist School District.
School Reviews
3 3/16/2020
Amazing school 5 out of 5 stars.
2 9/26/2007
Academic programs are generally weak.
Music, art and drama are terrible, sports are king, particularly football.
The facilitiy is old, unattractive, and very poorly maintained. Violence is on the increase. Parents only complain about what children do not get, they are never positive forces. In spite of many gifts of equipment to the school, they are not making any progress in their ability to truly educate, and produce well rounded students.
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