Serving 327 students in grades 7-12, Philadelphia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Philadelphia High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Philadelphia, MS, encompassing approximately 6.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philadelphia High School's student population of 327 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Philadelphia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philadelphia High School is 0.24, 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
#541 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
87%
45%
White
6%
40%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia High School's ranking?
Philadelphia High School is ranked #541 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Philadelphia High School often compared to?
Philadelphia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neshoba Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Philadelphia High School?
The graduation rate of Philadelphia High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Philadelphia High School?
327 students attend Philadelphia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Philadelphia High School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philadelphia High School?
Philadelphia High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philadelphia High School offer ?
Philadelphia High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philadelphia High School part of?
Philadelphia High School is part of Philadelphia Public School District.
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