Serving 880 students in grades 9-12, Gautier High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gautier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gautier High School's student population of 880 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gautier High School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gautier High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#145 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
17%
4%
Black
44%
47%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gautier High School's ranking?
Gautier High School is ranked #145 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Gautier High School often compared to?
Gautier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs High School, Pascagoula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gautier High School?
The graduation rate of Gautier High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gautier High School?
880 students attend Gautier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gautier High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gautier High School?
Gautier High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gautier High School offer ?
Gautier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gautier High School part of?
Gautier High School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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