For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 200 students in Leland, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in Leland, MS is Leland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leland, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Leland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Leland, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Leland High School, with 70-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Leland, MS (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leland High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
402 E. Third Street
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5020
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5020
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Leland Career & Technical Center
Vocational School
404 South Deer Creek Drive
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5025
Leland, MS 38756
(662) 686-5025
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Leland, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Leland, MS include Leland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Leland?
2 public high schools are located in Leland.
What is the racial composition of students in Leland?
Leland public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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