Serving 1,645 students in grades 9-12, Brandon High School ranks in the top 30% 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 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brandon High School's student population of 1,645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brandon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
35%
47%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon High School's ranking?
Brandon High School is ranked #160 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Brandon High School often compared to?
Brandon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Rankin High School, Pearl High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandon High School?
The graduation rate of Brandon High School is 94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Brandon High School?
1,645 students attend Brandon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Brandon High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 6% 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 Brandon High School?
Brandon High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandon High School offer ?
Brandon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon High School part of?
Brandon High School is part of Rankin County School District.
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