Serving 478 students in grades 9-12, Greene County High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greene County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Greene County High School's student population of 478 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greene County High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greene County High School is 0.34, 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
#210 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
19%
47%
White
79%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greene County High School's ranking?
Greene County High School is ranked #210 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Greene County High School often compared to?
Greene County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greene County High School?
The graduation rate of Greene County High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Greene County High School?
478 students attend Greene County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Greene County High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greene County High School?
Greene County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greene County High School offer ?
Greene County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Greene County High School part of?
Greene County High School is part of Greene County School District.
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