Serving 1,164 students in grades 10-12, Clinton 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clinton High School's student population of 1,164 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
58%
47%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton High School's ranking?
Clinton High School is ranked #423 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clinton High School often compared to?
Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumner Hill Jr Hi School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Clinton High School is 94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clinton High School?
1,164 students attend Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Clinton High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton High School?
Clinton High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clinton High School offer ?
Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Clinton High School part of?
Clinton High School is part of Clinton Public School Dist School District.
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