Serving 511 students in grades 7-12, Choctaw County High School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Choctaw County High School encompasses the entire school district in Ackerman, MS, covering approximately 419.9 square miles. Within this area, students typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 15.4 miles and the furthest edge located 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choctaw County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Choctaw County High School's student population of 511 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Choctaw County 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 Choctaw County High School is 0.57, 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
#376 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Chargers
School Mascot
Chargers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Choctaw County High School's ranking?
Choctaw County High School is ranked #376 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choctaw County High School?
The graduation rate of Choctaw County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Choctaw County High School?
511 students attend Choctaw County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Choctaw County High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Choctaw County High School?
Choctaw County High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Choctaw County High School offer ?
Choctaw County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Choctaw County High School part of?
Choctaw County High School is part of Choctaw County Schools.
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