Serving 370 students in grades 7-12, Northside 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside High School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside High School is 0.15, 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
#674 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
92%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.7%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside High School's ranking?
Northside High School is ranked #674 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northside High School often compared to?
Northside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Central High School, West Bolivar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northside High School?
The graduation rate of Northside High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northside High School?
370 students attend Northside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northside High School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside High School?
Northside High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northside High School offer ?
Northside High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside High School part of?
Northside High School is part of North Bolivar Consolidated School District.
School Reviews
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