Best Raleigh Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 471 students in Raleigh, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in Raleigh, MS is Raleigh High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Raleigh, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Raleigh have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Mississippi public high schools.
Raleigh, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Raleigh 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Raleigh, MS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raleigh High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
491 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4261
Gr: 7-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Learning Center
Alternative School
469 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4796
Gr: 3-12
Rank: n/an/a
Smith County Career Center
Vocational School
469 Magnolia Drive
Raleigh, MS 39153
(601) 782-4211
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Raleigh, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Raleigh, MS include Raleigh High School.
How many public high schools are located in Raleigh?
3 public high schools are located in Raleigh.
What is the racial composition of students in Raleigh?
Raleigh public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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