Serving 528 students in grades 9-13, Lawrence County High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawrence County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 435.8 square miles in Monticello, MS. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lawrence County High School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Achievement. Advancement. Accountability.
School Rankings
Lawrence County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawrence County High School is 0.57, 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
#357 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Cardinal
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence County High School's ranking?
Lawrence County High School is ranked #357 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lawrence County High School?
The graduation rate of Lawrence County High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Lawrence County High School?
528 students attend Lawrence County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lawrence County High School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawrence County High School?
Lawrence County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawrence County High School offer ?
Lawrence County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawrence County High School part of?
Lawrence County High School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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