Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, Leland High School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Leland High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Leland, MS, encompassing approximately 192.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 8.5 miles and the furthest edge located 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leland High School's student population of 200 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Leland 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 Leland High School is 0.46, 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
#339 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
4%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
25%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cub
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leland High School's ranking?
Leland High School is ranked #339 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leland High School?
The graduation rate of Leland High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Leland High School?
200 students attend Leland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Leland High School students are Black, 25% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leland High School?
Leland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leland High School offer ?
Leland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leland High School part of?
Leland High School is part of Leland School District.
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