Serving 463 students in grades 7-12, Raleigh 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 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is equal to 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 32% 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: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Raleigh High School's student population of 463 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raleigh 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 Raleigh High School is 0.45, 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
#262 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
30%
47%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh High School's ranking?
Raleigh High School is ranked #262 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Raleigh High School often compared to?
Raleigh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mize Attendance Center, Raleigh Elementary School, Taylorsville Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raleigh High School?
The graduation rate of Raleigh High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Raleigh High School?
463 students attend Raleigh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Raleigh High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Raleigh High School?
Raleigh High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raleigh High School offer ?
Raleigh High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Raleigh High School part of?
Raleigh High School is part of Smith Co School Dist School District.
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