Serving 382 students in grades 9-12, Port Gibson High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Gibson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Port Gibson High School's student population of 382 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Gibson 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 Port Gibson High School is 0.00, 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
#654 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Gibson High School's ranking?
Port Gibson High School is ranked #654 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Gibson High School?
The graduation rate of Port Gibson High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Port Gibson High School?
382 students attend Port Gibson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Port Gibson High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Gibson High School?
Port Gibson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Gibson High School offer ?
Port Gibson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Port Gibson High School part of?
Port Gibson High School is part of Claiborne Co School Dist School District.
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