Serving 1,175 students in grades 9-12, South Panola 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 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 1,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Panola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Panola High School's student population of 1,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Panola 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 South Panola High School is 0.52, 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
#460 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
58%
47%
White
38%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
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 South Panola High School's ranking?
South Panola High School is ranked #460 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Panola High School often compared to?
South Panola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Panola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Panola High School?
The graduation rate of South Panola High School is 85%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Panola High School?
1,175 students attend South Panola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Panola High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Panola High School?
South Panola High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Panola High School offer ?
South Panola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Panola High School part of?
South Panola High School is part of South Panola School District.
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