Serving 268 students in grades 7-12, Lumberton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lumberton High School's student population of 268 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Lumberton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lumberton 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
#541 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
41%
45%
White
51%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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 Lumberton High School's ranking?
Lumberton High School is ranked #541 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lumberton High School often compared to?
Lumberton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumrall High School, Jefferson/todd Alternative Program, Purvis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lumberton High School?
The graduation rate of Lumberton High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lumberton High School?
268 students attend Lumberton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lumberton High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lumberton High School?
Lumberton High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lumberton High School offer ?
Lumberton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lumberton High School part of?
Lumberton High School is part of Lamar County School District.
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