Serving 1,609 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 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandon High School serves the west part of its district in Brandon, MS, covering an area of approximately 58.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 6.7 miles, and the furthest edge located 8.7 miles away.
- 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 1,609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,609 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.56, 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
#160 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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 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 89.4%.
How many students attend Brandon High School?
1,609 students attend Brandon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Brandon High School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon High School?
Brandon High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
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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