Serving 491 students in grades 9-12, Moss Point 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moss Point High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 157 square miles in Moss Point, MS. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 20 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Moss Point High School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Moss Point 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 Moss Point High School is 0.45, 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
#176 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
15%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moss Point High School's ranking?
Moss Point High School is ranked #176 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Moss Point High School often compared to?
Moss Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gautier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moss Point High School?
The graduation rate of Moss Point High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Moss Point High School?
491 students attend Moss Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Moss Point High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moss Point High School?
Moss Point High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moss Point High School offer ?
Moss Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moss Point High School part of?
Moss Point High School is part of Moss Point School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Academic programs are generally weak.
Music, art and drama are terrible, sports are king, particularly football.
The facilitiy is old, unattractive, and very poorly maintained. Violence is on the increase. Parents only complain about what children do not get, they are never positive forces. In spite of many gifts of equipment to the school, they are not making any progress in their ability to truly educate, and produce well rounded students.
3 10/10/2025
Amazing school 5 out of 5 stars.
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