Serving 905 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hatley School ranks in the top 30% 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 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 905 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hatley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Amory, MS, covering approximately 400 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.4 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 23 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hatley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hatley School's student population of 905 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
905 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Hatley School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hatley School is 0.27, 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
#194 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
4%
45%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatley School's ranking?
Hatley School is ranked #194 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hatley School often compared to?
Hatley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton School, Smithville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hatley School?
The graduation rate of Hatley School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hatley School?
905 students attend Hatley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hatley School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hatley School?
Hatley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hatley School offer ?
Hatley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatley School part of?
Hatley School is part of Monroe County School District.
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