Serving 1,796 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Rankin High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Rankin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest Rankin High School's student population of 1,796 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Rankin High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Rankin High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
31%
47%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Rankin High School's ranking?
Northwest Rankin High School is ranked #170 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northwest Rankin High School often compared to?
Northwest Rankin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Rankin High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Rankin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Northwest Rankin High School?
1,796 students attend Northwest Rankin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Northwest Rankin High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Rankin High School?
Northwest Rankin High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Rankin High School offer ?
Northwest Rankin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northwest Rankin High School part of?
Northwest Rankin High School is part of Rankin Co School Dist School District.
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