Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, Magee 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MAGEE HIGH SCHOOL serves the eastern part of Magee, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 162.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magee High School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Magee 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 Magee High School is 0.52, 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
#504 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)63.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magee High School's ranking?
Magee High School is ranked #504 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Magee High School often compared to?
Magee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendenhall High School, Magee Middle 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magee High School?
The graduation rate of Magee High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Magee High School?
380 students attend Magee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Magee High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magee High School?
Magee High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magee High School offer ?
Magee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Magee High School part of?
Magee High School is part of Simpson County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school has no music classes any longer. The books are very old, and most teachers are coaches to where if a child is not particpating in a sport most of the teachers pay no mind to their academic talents. All this school cares about is sports! The bathrooms are unclean, rarely have soad, and the water pressure is terrible. There are not many electives all together.. This school doesn't support creativity on any manner.
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