Serving 711 students in grades 9-13, Pontotoc High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 53% 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: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pontotoc High School's attendance zone covers the entire Pontotoc school district, encompassing an area of approximately 101.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.4 miles and the furthest edge located 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pontotoc High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pontotoc High School's student population of 711 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pontotoc 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 Pontotoc High School is 0.65, 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
#315 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
47%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontotoc High School's ranking?
Pontotoc High School is ranked #315 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pontotoc High School often compared to?
Pontotoc High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Pontotoc High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pontotoc High School?
The graduation rate of Pontotoc High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Pontotoc High School?
711 students attend Pontotoc High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pontotoc High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pontotoc High School?
Pontotoc High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pontotoc High School offer ?
Pontotoc High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pontotoc High School part of?
Pontotoc High School is part of Pontotoc City School District.
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