Serving 486 students in grades 7-12, Raleigh High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Raleigh High School serves the northern part of its school district in Raleigh, MS, covering an area of approximately 410.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 19.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Raleigh High School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Raleigh 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 Raleigh High School is 0.45, 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
#259 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
27%
45%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh High School's ranking?
Raleigh High School is ranked #259 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Raleigh High School often compared to?
Raleigh High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raleigh Elementary School, Mize Attendance Center, Taylorsville Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raleigh High School?
The graduation rate of Raleigh High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Raleigh High School?
486 students attend Raleigh High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Raleigh High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raleigh High School?
Raleigh High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raleigh High School offer ?
Raleigh High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raleigh High School part of?
Raleigh High School is part of Smith County School District.
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