Serving 1,411 students in grades 9-12, Germantown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Germantown High School serves the southwest part of Madison, MS, covering an area of approximately 59.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 9.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Germantown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Germantown High School's student population of 1,411 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,411 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
Germantown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Germantown High School is 0.56, 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
#127 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Germantown High School's ranking?
Germantown High School is ranked #127 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Germantown High School often compared to?
Germantown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Germantown High School?
The graduation rate of Germantown High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Germantown High School?
1,411 students attend Germantown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Germantown High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Germantown High School?
Germantown High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Germantown High School offer ?
Germantown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Germantown High School part of?
Germantown High School is part of Madison County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is a very good school i am at the middle school and i look forward to going to the high school it is going to be fun.
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