Serving 421 students in grades 7-12, Pisgah High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pisgah High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pisgah High School's student population of 421 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pisgah High School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pisgah High School is 0.27, 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
#159 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
15%
47%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pisgah High School's ranking?
Pisgah High School is ranked #159 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pisgah High School often compared to?
Pisgah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelahatchie Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pisgah High School?
The graduation rate of Pisgah High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pisgah High School?
421 students attend Pisgah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pisgah High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pisgah High School?
Pisgah High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pisgah High School offer ?
Pisgah High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Pisgah High School part of?
Pisgah High School is part of Rankin Co School Dist School District.
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