Serving 333 students in grades 7-12, Strayhorn 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 30-34% (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 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strayhorn High School's student population of 333 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Strayhorn 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 Strayhorn High School is 0.42, 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
#369 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
4%
Black
8%
47%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
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 Strayhorn High School's ranking?
Strayhorn High School is ranked #369 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Strayhorn High School often compared to?
Strayhorn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High School, Alcorn Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Strayhorn High School?
The graduation rate of Strayhorn High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Strayhorn High School?
333 students attend Strayhorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Strayhorn High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Strayhorn High School?
Strayhorn High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strayhorn High School offer ?
Strayhorn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Strayhorn High School part of?
Strayhorn High School is part of Tate Co School Dist School District.
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