Serving 261 students in grades 7-13, Biggersville 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-13
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Biggersville High School's student population of 261 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn. Lead. EXCEL!
School Rankings
Biggersville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biggersville High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#351 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
17%
45%
White
74%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biggersville High School's ranking?
Biggersville High School is ranked #351 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Biggersville High School often compared to?
Biggersville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kossuth High School, Corinth High School, Alcorn Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Biggersville High School?
The graduation rate of Biggersville High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Biggersville High School?
261 students attend Biggersville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Biggersville High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biggersville High School?
Biggersville High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Biggersville High School offer ?
Biggersville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biggersville High School part of?
Biggersville High School is part of Alcorn School District.
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