Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Pine Grove High School ranks in the top 50% 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 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Grove High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ripley, MS, covering approximately 263.7 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Grove High School's student population of 573 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Grove High School is 0.10, 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
#280 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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)25.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Pine Grove High School's ranking?
Pine Grove High School is ranked #280 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Pine Grove High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Pine Grove High School?
573 students attend Pine Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pine Grove High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Grove High School?
Pine Grove High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pine Grove High School offer ?
Pine Grove High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Grove High School part of?
Pine Grove High School is part of South Tippah School District.
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