Serving 481 students in grades 7-12, Mclaurin High School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McLaurin Attendance Center serves the southern part of Florence, MS, covering an area of approximately 110.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclaurin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mclaurin High School's student population of 481 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclaurin High 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 Mclaurin 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
#211 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
20%
45%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclaurin High School's ranking?
Mclaurin High School is ranked #211 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Mclaurin High School often compared to?
Mclaurin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon High School, Florence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mclaurin High School?
The graduation rate of Mclaurin High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mclaurin High School?
481 students attend Mclaurin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Mclaurin High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclaurin High School?
Mclaurin High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mclaurin High School offer ?
Mclaurin High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclaurin High School part of?
Mclaurin High School is part of Rankin County School District.
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