Serving 167 students in grades 7-12, Coldwater 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 was 20-24% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 20-24% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 78% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#697 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
68%
45%
White
22%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
89.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coldwater High School's ranking?
Coldwater High School is ranked #697 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Coldwater High School?
The graduation rate of Coldwater High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Coldwater High School?
167 students attend Coldwater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Coldwater High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coldwater High School?
Coldwater High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coldwater High School offer ?
Coldwater High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coldwater High School part of?
Coldwater High School is part of Tate County School District.
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