Serving 433 students in grades 4-12, Potts Camp High School (4-12) 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 21% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potts Camp High School (4-12) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Potts Camp High School (4-12)'s student population of 433 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potts Camp High School (4-12) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potts Camp High School (4-12) is 0.53, 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
#634 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
30%
47%
White
62%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potts Camp High School (4-12)'s ranking?
Potts Camp High School (4-12) is ranked #634 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Potts Camp High School (4-12) often compared to?
Potts Camp High School (4-12)is often viewed alongside schools like Byhalia High School (9-12), Holly Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potts Camp High School (4-12)?
The graduation rate of Potts Camp High School (4-12) is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Potts Camp High School (4-12)?
433 students attend Potts Camp High School (4-12).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Potts Camp High School (4-12) students are White, 30% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potts Camp High School (4-12)?
Potts Camp High School (4-12) has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potts Camp High School (4-12) offer ?
Potts Camp High School (4-12) offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Potts Camp High School (4-12) part of?
Potts Camp High School (4-12) is part of Marshall Co School Dist School District.
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