Serving 953 students in grades 9-12, Saltillo 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 953 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saltillo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saltillo High School's student population of 953 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
953 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saltillo 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 Saltillo High School is 0.31, 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
#263 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
14%
47%
White
82%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saltillo High School's ranking?
Saltillo High School is ranked #263 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Saltillo High School often compared to?
Saltillo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shannon High School, Tupelo High School, Mooreville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saltillo High School?
The graduation rate of Saltillo High School is 93%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Saltillo High School?
953 students attend Saltillo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Saltillo High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saltillo High School?
Saltillo High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saltillo High School offer ?
Saltillo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saltillo High School part of?
Saltillo High School is part of Lee County School District.
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