Serving 1,744 students in grades 9-13, Oak Grove High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,744 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Hattiesburg, MS, covering an area of approximately 75.3 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Grove High School's student population of 1,744 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,744 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Grove High School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#48 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove High School's ranking?
Oak Grove High School is ranked #48 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Grove High School often compared to?
Oak Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petal High School, Purvis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Grove High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Oak Grove High School?
1,744 students attend Oak Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Grove High School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove High School?
Oak Grove High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Grove High School offer ?
Oak Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove High School part of?
Oak Grove High School is part of Lamar County School District.
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