For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,133 students in Pontotoc, MS.
The top ranked public high schools in Pontotoc, MS are South Pontotoc High School and Pontotoc High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pontotoc, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 34% statewide average). High schools in Pontotoc have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Pontotoc, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pontotoc High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Pontotoc, MS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Pontotoc High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1523 South Pontotoc Rd
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-5925
Grades: 9-12
| 481 students
Rank: #22.
Pontotoc High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
123 North Main Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1275
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1275
Grades: 9-12
| 652 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Co Alternative Program
Alternative School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4812
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Pontotoc Ridge Career & Tech. Cnt.
Vocational School
354 Center Ridge Drive
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1826
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-1826
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Pontotoc, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in Pontotoc, MS include South Pontotoc High School and Pontotoc High School.
How many public high schools are located in Pontotoc, MS?
4 public high schools are located in Pontotoc, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in Pontotoc, MS?
Pontotoc, MS public high schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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